INTRODUCTION

MFSUDIF CREAM is a combination of Fusidic acid and Mometasone which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibacterial agents and Corticosteroids, respectively. MFSUDIF CREAM is used to treat inflammatory dermatoses (lesions/eruptions of skin) with/without bacterial infection in affected individuals.

MFSUDIF CREAM is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Fusidic acid, Mometasone, and/or other topical/oral corticosteroids. Before applying MFSUDIF CREAM, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, glaucoma, infection at/near treatment site, active viral illnesses (such as chicken pox / measles), and/or suffer from liver failure.

[GBNKEYWORD is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is also not recommended for use in children (aged below 12 years). The medicine is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above) after consulting the doctor.

The most common side effects of applying MFSUDIF CREAM are mild to moderate pruritus (itchy skin), burning/stinging sensation of skin, folliculitis (inflamed hair follicles), dry skin, mild skin atrophy, and/or telangiectasia (dilated small blood vessels on skin). Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsens. 

USES OF MFSUDIF CREAM

• Treats inflammatory dermatoses (lesions/eruptions of skin) with/without bacterial infection in affected individuals

HOW MFSUDIF CREAM WORKS

MFSUDIF CREAM treats inflammatory dermatoses, where mometasone furoate prevents inflammation by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy, and fusidic acid prevents the growth of bacteria and causes its destruction by inhibiting the synthesis of essential proteins that are essential for the bacteria to grow thus treating inflammatory dermatoses in affected individuals.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always apply MFSUDIF CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine on the affected area. Do not use this medicine on your face. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes, including eyelids.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MFSUDIF CREAM

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dry Skin:

Try moisturizing your skin with an ointment, cream/lotion 2 or 3 times a day, or as often as needed.  Moisturizers help to keep the area moisture, so they work best on damp skin. After you bathe, pat your skin dry then apply your moisturizer. Try to avoid using skin care products and soaps that contain alcohol, fragrances, dyes, or other chemicals.

Itchy Skin:

Try to pat or tap your skin instead of scratching it. Hold a damp towel to cool your skin. Wear loose clothing and avoid tight clothes, or clothes made from wool or synthetic fabrics. Avoid using perfumed soaps, deodorants or moisturizers and use skin softeners regularly.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

• anthralin (medicines used to treat psoriasis).

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally applies too much of MFSUDIF CREAM, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are suppression of pituitary adrenal function which results in secondary adrenal insufficiency associated with weakness, fatigue, and/or weight loss.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep MFSUDIF CREAM out of reach of children
• Do not store MFSUDIF CREAM below 25°C

FAQs ABOUT MFSUDIF CREAM

Q. What is MFSUDIF CREAM and why is it used?

A. MFSUDIF CREAM is a combination of Fusidic acid and Mometasone which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibacterial agents and Corticosteroids, respectively. MFSUDIF CREAM is used to treat inflammatory dermatoses (lesions/eruptions of skin) with/likeliness of bacterial infection in affected individuals.

Q. What are the side effects of MFSUDIF CREAM?

A. The most common side effects associated with the use of MFSUDIF CREAM are mild to moderate pruritus (itchy skin), burning & stinging sensation of skin, folliculitis (inflamed hair follicles), dry skin, acneiform eruptions (skin infection marked by papules and pustules), mild skin atrophy (thin-shiny appearing skin), and telangiectasia (dilated small blood vessels on skin). Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms gets worse.

Q. How to apply MFSUDIF CREAM?

A. Always apply MFSUDIF CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine on the affected area. Do not use this medicine on your face. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes, including eyelids.

Q. How MFSUDIF CREAM works?

A. MFSUDIF CREAM treats inflammatory dermatoses, where mometasone furoate prevents inflammation by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy, and fusidic acid prevents the growth of bacteria and causes its destruction by inhibiting the synthesis of essential proteins that are essential for the bacteria to grow thus treating inflammatory dermatoses in affected individuals.

Q. Can MFSUDIF CREAM be applied in pregnant and breast-feeding women?

A. No, [GBNKEYWORD is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before applying the medicine.

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2. Fabrizio Spada, Tanya M Barnes, and Kerryn A Greive. Comparative safety and efficacy of topical mometasone furoate with other topical corticosteroids.  NIH National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed Central. [Revised in August 2018] [Accessed on 26th May 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6099284/

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