Melas-H Cream 15G

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Fusidic Acid, Hydrocortisone Acetate

Used For

Topical Antibacterial

How it works

It works by: • The antibiotic killing germs (bacteria) that cause infections. • The corticosteroid reducing any swelling, redness or itchiness of your skin.

Dosage

Fusidic Acid, Hydrocortisone Acetate

Side Effects

• Itchy rash and skin inflammation in the area where the medicine is used • Worsening Glaucoma • Thinning of the skin • Red spotty rash around the mouth or chin • Stretch marks • Small veins near the surface of the skin become visible • Skin redness • Lightening of your skin colour • Changes in the growth of your body hair • Excessive sweating.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, or have recently taken or might take any other medicines.

Indication

It is used to treat conditions where the skin is inflamed (eczema or dermatitis) and also infected by germs (bacteria).

When not to Use

Do not use • If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fusidic acid or hydrocortisone acetate. • If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the other ingredients in your medicine. • To treat a skin condition called acne rosacea.

Precaution

Take special care if you are going to use this medicine near your eyes or the eyes of a child. If the cream gets into the eye, this may lead to glaucoma.

Warning 1

If you use the cream over a long time or in large amounts it may make the chance of getting any side effects higher. Also your skin may get more sensitive to this medicine.

Warning 2

Unless your doctor has told you to, you must not use on open wounds or sensitive areas such as the nostrils, ears, lips or genitals.

Warning 3

Adrenal suppression may occur. Signs are tiredness, depression and anxiety. This can be reversed by stopping treatment.

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.