Description
Description
Generic Name: Sodium Fusidate BP
Chemical Formula: C₃₁H₄₇NaO₆
Molecular Weight: 538.69 g/mol
Active Ingredient: Each film-coated tablet contains Fusidate Sodium 262mg equivalent to Fusidic Acid 250mg
Pharmacotherapeutic Class: Fusidane-class antibiotic; protein synthesis inhibitor
Mechanism of Action: Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to elongation factor G (EF-G) on the bacterial ribosome
Primary Indication: Treatment of staphylococcal infections, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Dosage Form: Film-coated tablet
Strength: 250mg
Packaging: Available in strips of 10 tablets; box of 20 tablets (2 strips)
Storage Conditions: Store below 30°C. Protect from light and moisture.
Manufacturer: LEO Pharma
Availability in Pakistan: Prescription-only medicine; available through licensed pharmacies and registered online pharmacy platforms including CSH Pharmacy

