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Is It Safe To Use Fucidin For Diaper Rash?

I was prescribed fucidin 2% for my daughters nappy rash that had become infected but after applying it once before her bed the next morning n all day she was feverish n really limp didn t want to be put down n was really sleepy was this a reaction? If so what ingredient is she allergic to?
posted on Wed, 3 Jun 2015
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Hello,

If it was an infected rash then you can apply the Fucidin. The fever and limpness can be due to infection of the rash. If fever continues then the baby needs oral antibiotics.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Meera Rajeev, Anesthesiologist
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Is It Safe To Use Fucidin For Diaper Rash?

Hello, If it was an infected rash then you can apply the Fucidin. The fever and limpness can be due to infection of the rash. If fever continues then the baby needs oral antibiotics. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Meera Rajeev, Anesthesiologist