Prescription
Topical corticosteroid with antibiotic
Betamethasone; Fusidic acid
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
This is a skin cream that combines two active ingredients — betamethasone (a steroid that reduces swelling, redness, and itching) and fusidic acid (an antibiotic that kills bacteria causing skin infections). Together, they treat infected skin conditions by fighting the infection and calming the inflammation at the same time.
What is it used for?
Skin infections with swelling and itchingeczema that has become infectedinfected rashesinfected dermatitisboils with surrounding inflammation
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.