Facid 250 mg is a Product of the Generic Sodium Fusidate (Oral)

What Is Facid 250 mg Indications and Uses?

Sodium Fusidate tablet is indicated for the treatment of localized, as well as generalized staphylococcal infections (e.g. abscesses, furunculosis, wound infections, pneumonia, peritonitis, osteomyelitis, septicaemia, enteritis and otorhinoiaryngeai infections). In severe infections, deep-seated infections ... Read moreSodium Fusidate tablet is indicated for the treatment of localized, as well as generalized staphylococcal infections (e.g. abscesses, furunculosis, wound infections, pneumonia, peritonitis, osteomyelitis, septicaemia, enteritis and otorhinoiaryngeai infections). In severe infections, deep-seated infections, infections due to methicillin-resistant Staphylococci or when prolonged therapy may be required, Sodium Fusidate must be given concurrently with other anti-staphylococcal antibiotic therapy.

Pharmacology (Source, Chemical and Physical Composition) Of Facid 250 mg

Sodium Fusidate is a Sodium salt form of Fusidic Acid. Fusidic acid is an antibiotic derived from the fungus Fusidium coccineum. The mode of action is by inhibition of protein synthesis by the prevention of translocation on the ribosome. Concentrations adequate for bactericidal activity against Staphylococci after oral or parenteral administration have been demonstrated in the following: pus, exudate, soft tissue, bone tissue, synovial fluid, aqueous humour, vitreous body, burn crusts, intracranial abscess, sputum and serum.

Dosage And Administration of Facid 250 mg

For staphylococcal skin infections:

Adults and children from 12 years: 250 mg 2 times a day for 5-10 days.

For penicillin-resistant staphylococcal infections such as osteomyelitis, pneumonia, septicemia, wound infections, endocarditis, superinfected cystic fibrosis:

Adults and children from 12 years: 500 mg 3 times a day. Dose can be increased to 1 gram 3 times a day for severe infections.

Oral suspension-

Children 1-11 months: 15 mg/kg 3 times a day
Children 1-4 years: 250 mg 3 times a day
Children 5-11 years: 500 mg 3 times a day
Children 12-17 years: 750 mg 3 times a day
Adults: 750 mg 3 times a day

Elderly: No dosage adjustment is necessary in the elderly.Renal impairment patient: Since Sodium Fusidate is excreted in the bile, no dosage modifications are needed in renal impairment. No dosage adjustment is required in patients undergoing haemodialysis as it is not significantly dialysed.

Drug Interactions of Facid 250 mg

Statin treatment should be discontinued throughout the duration of the Sodium Fusidate treatment. Co-administration of Sodium Fusidate systemically and Ciclosporin has been reported to cause increased plasma concentration of Ciclosporin.

Side Effects of Facid 250 mg

The most frequently reported undesirable effects to Sodium Fusidate are dose dependent gastrointestinal disorders like diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, nausea. Various skin reactions, reversible jaundice, haematological disorders and generalised hypersensitivity reactions have been reported. Leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, anorexia, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, cholestasis, urticaria, pruritus, rash,rhabdomyolysis may rarely occur.

Use During Pregnancy and Lactation

Pregnancy Category C. In reproduction studies, mating frequency and fertility were normal and the offspring showed no morbid changes.As a precautionary measure, it is preferable to avoid the use of systemic Sodium Fusidate during pregnancy.Lactation: Safety in lactation has not been established. There is evidence that the drug can penetrate the placental barrier and is detectable in human milk. Caution is therefore required when it is used in mothers who wish to breast feed.

Precautions And Warnings for Facid 250 mg

Sodium Fusidate must not be co-administered with statins. There have been reports of rhabdomyolysis (including some fatalities) in patients receiving this combination. In patients where the use of systemic Sodium Fusidate is considered essential, statin treatment should be discontinued throughout the duration of treatment. The patient should be advised to seek medical advice immediately if they experience any symptoms of muscle weakness, pain or tenderness. Statin therapy may be re-introduced seven days after the last dose of Sodium Fusidate.

Therapeutic Class

Other antibiotic

Storage Conditions of It

Keep away from light and wet place. Keep out of reach of children.