Prescription
Antibiotic
Sodium fusidate
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Sodium fusidate (also called fusidic acid) is an antibiotic that works by stopping bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply, which helps your body fight off skin and other bacterial infections.
What is it used for?
Skin infectionsboilswound infectionsinfected eczemaimpetigo (skin sores)infected cuts and burnseye infections (when used as eye drops)
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.