Do not use Xemacort®
• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fusidic
acid or Betamethasone (Xemacort) valerate.
• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of
the other ingredients in your medicine. You
can find a list of these ingredients in section
6 of this leaflet.
• To treat a skin condition called acne rosacea.
This is redness and inflammation over your
nose and cheeks. Ask your doctor if you are
unsure.
• To treat a skin condition called perioral
dermatitis. This is a red spotty rash around
your mouth or chin.
• To treat skin conditions caused only by
bacteria, such as boils or spots.
• To treat a skin condition caused by a virus,
such as cold sores or chickenpox.
• To treat a skin condition caused by a fungus,
such as athlete
Like all medicines, Xemacort® can cause side
effects, although not everybody gets them.
Important side effects to look out for:
You must get urgent medical help if you
have any of the following symptoms. You
may be having an allergic reaction:
• You have difficulty breathing
• Your face or throat swell
• Your skin develops a severe rash.
Other possible side effects:
Any of the problems listed below are more
likely if the medicine is used for a long time,
in large amounts or on skin folds (such as
armpits or under breasts).
These problems are more likely in babies and
children. They are also more likely if the skin
is covered with a dressing, bandage or nappy.
Skin problems
• Thinning of the skin.
• Small veins near the surface of the skin
become visible.
• Stretch marks.
• Itchy rash and skin inflammation in the area
where the medicine is used.
• Skin of the face may become puffy.
If any of the side effects become serious or
you notice any side effects not listed in this
leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Xemacort® contains two different types of
medicine. One medicine is called Fusidic Acid (Xemacort).
It is a type of antibiotic. The other medicine is
called Betamethasone (Xemacort) valerate. It is a type of
corticosteroid (steroid). These two medicines
work at the same time in different ways.
Xemacort® works by:
• The antibiotic killing germs (bacteria) that
cause infections.
• The corticosteroid reducing any swelling,
redness or itchiness of your skin.
Xemacort® is used to treat:
• Conditions where the skin is inflamed (eczema
or dermatitis) and also infected by germs
(bacteria).
Each gram of cream contains Fusidic Acid (Xemacort) 20 mg and Betamethasone (Xemacort) valerate 1 mg in a water-miscible base.
Uncovered Lesions: Apply 2-3 times a day. Covered Lesions: Less frequent applications may be adequate.
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you
are taking, or have recently taken any other
medicines. This includes any medicines
which you have bought without a prescription.
