How does fusidic acid work?
Fusidic acid is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria causing the infection, by stopping it from growing and spreading.
When will I feel better?
Your condition should improve a few days after starting treatment.
It's very important to use the medicine for as long as your doctor has told you to, even if you feel better.
Carry on using fusidic acid until you have finished the course.
If your infection is no better after using fusidic acid for 7 days, make another appointment with your doctor.
Also tell them if you start to feel worse at any time.
Will it give me thrush?
No, you're unlikely to get thrush from using fusidic acid.
Some people get thrush after taking a course of antibiotic tablets. It happens because antibiotics kill the normal harmless bacteria that help to protect you against thrush.
But fusidic acid creams, ointments and eye drops only work on the area where you're using them (on your skin or in your eyes) so the medicine does not get into the rest of your body.
Will it affect my contraception?
Fusidic acid cream, ointment and eye drops will not affect any type of contraception, including the combined pill and emergency contraception.
Can I drive or ride a bike?
After putting fusidic acid eye drops in, you might get some blurred vision for a short time.
If this happens to you, do not drive, cycle or use machinery or tools until your vision is clear.
Can I drink alcohol while using fusidic acid?
Yes, you can drink alcohol while using fusidic acid.
Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?
You can eat and drink normally while using fusidic acid.