Product introduction
Futop B Cream combines a steroid, betamethasone, with an antibiotic, fusidic acid. It is applied on the skin to treat inflamed skin that is infected or likely to become infected. It is a prescription medicine for external use.
Storage: Store below 25°C, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Uses of Futop B Cream
- Inflamed skin conditions with a bacterial infection or a risk of one.
Benefits of Futop B Cream
The steroid calms redness, swelling and itching, while the antibiotic deals with the bacteria on the skin. Using both together treats the inflammation and the infection at the same time, which can help the skin recover faster.
Side effects of Futop B Cream
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Itching.
- Mild burning at the application site.
- Dryness of the skin.
- Redness or irritation.
How to use Futop B Cream
Use this cream exactly as your doctor has directed. Clean and dry the affected skin, then apply a thin layer and rub it in gently. Do not cover the area with airtight dressings or bandages unless your doctor tells you to. Wash your hands afterwards unless the hands are being treated, and keep the cream out of your eyes. Do not use it for longer than advised, because steroid creams can thin the skin with prolonged use.
How Futop B Cream works
Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that reduces the chemicals in the skin responsible for redness, swelling and itching. Fusidic acid is an antibiotic that stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow, so the infection is brought under control.
Substitutes for Futop B Cream
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
No interaction with alcohol is known when this cream is applied on the skin.
Safety in pregnancy has not been established. Use only if your doctor advises it.
Small amounts may pass into breast milk, so check with your doctor before using it.
This cream is not known to affect your ability to drive.
No special precautions are known for people with kidney problems when it is applied on the skin.
No special precautions are known for people with liver problems when it is applied on the skin.
Quick tips
- Apply only a thin layer and only on the affected skin.
- Keep the cream away from your eyes and do not use it on the face unless your doctor has said so.
- Do not cover the treated area with tight bandages or dressings unless advised.
- Use it only for the duration your doctor has prescribed, as long use of steroid creams can harm the skin.
- Wash your hands after applying the cream.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Derma (Topical Corticosteroid Combinations) |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is Futop B Cream used for?
It is used on inflamed skin that has a bacterial infection or is likely to get one, to reduce redness, swelling and itching and to control the infection.
Does Futop B Cream need a prescription?
Yes. It contains a steroid and an antibiotic, so it should be used only on a doctor's advice.
Can I use it for fungal infections?
No. It treats bacterial infection with inflammation and does not act on fungi. A steroid can make a fungal infection worse.
Can I use Futop B Cream for a long time?
No. Prolonged use of a steroid cream can thin the skin and cause other problems, so use it only for the period your doctor has set.