Fusidic acid hemihydrateProduct ingredient for Fusidic acid

Name
Fusidic acid hemihydrate
Drug Entry
Fusidic acid

An antibiotic isolated from the fermentation broth of Fusidium coccineum. (From Merck Index, 11th ed) It acts by inhibiting translocation during protein synthesis. It is often used topically in creams and eyedrops but is available in systemic formulations including tablets and injections.

Accession Number
DBSALT002972
Structure
Synonyms
Fusidic acid (hemihydrate) / Fusidic acid hemihydrate