BACITRACIN

Overview

BACITRACIN is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.
Bacitracin injection is an antibiotic that treats staph infection caused by a bacteria called staphylococcus. Bacitracin injection is used in infants to treat pneumonia. It is also used to treat an infection that causes pus to build up between the lungs and the membrane that covers them. As a topical ointment, bacitracin is used to prevent minor cuts, scrapes, and burns from becoming infected.

Usage

BACITRACIN is generally used to treat: Staphylococcal Infection, Pneumonia

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous),

Precautions

  • When given as an injection, bacitracin carries a black-box warning because it can harm a baby’s kidneys.
  • This risk is greater if your baby also takes other drugs, especially other injected antibiotics.
  • Your doctor will probably perform kidney tests daily during your baby’s treatment with bacitracin.
  • Before your baby receives bacitracin, tell your doctor if he/she has kidney disease or has any allergies.
  • Make sure your baby receives injections of this medicine for the full prescribed amount of time. Skipping doses may increase the risk of further infection that may be resistant to antibiotics.
  • Don’t use topical bacitracin to treat deep cuts, puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns, or any other injuries that affect large areas of the body.
  • Stop using the ointment and call your doctor if your symptoms don’t go away within one week.
  • Don’t apply topical bacitracin to a baby’s diaper area, unless your doctor tells you to do so.
  • Before using this drug, tell your doctor if you are allergic to bacitracin, zinc, or any other medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BACITRACIN over-dosage can result in: Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Skin Irritation

Common Side-Effects

BACITRACIN : Nausea, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

BACITRACIN : Allergy, Hives, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Decreased Urination, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Tongue Soreness, Throat Soreness

Disease Interactions

BACITRACIN can interfere with: Colitis, Acute Kidney Failure

Technical Classification

BACITRACIN is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with BACITRACIN as Ingredient

NEBASULF DUSTING PWDBACITRACIN 250.0 IU, SULFACETAMIDE 60.0 MG, NEOMYCIN 5.0 MG
NEBASULF PWDBACITRACIN 250 IU, SULFACETAMIDE 60 MG/GM, NEOMYCIN 5 MG
NEBAZIN OINTNEOMYCIN 3400 IU, BACITRACIN 400 IU
NEOSPORIN DUSTING PWDBACITRACIN 5000.0 IU, NEOMYCIN 3400.0 IU
NEOSPORIN EYE OINTPOLYMYXIN B 5000 IU, BACITRACIN 4000 IU, NEOMYCIN 3400 IU
NEOSPORIN H OINTNEOMYCIN 3400.0 U, BACITRACIN 400.0 U, HYDROCORTISONE 10.0 MG
NEOSPORIN POWD PWDBACITRACIN 5000 IU, NEOMYCIN 3400 IU
NEOSPORIN SKIN OINTNEOMYCIN 3400 IU, BACITRACIN 400 IU
NOCIN L OINTNEOMYCIN 3400.0 IU, BACITRACIN 400.0 IU, LIDOCAINE 40.0 MG