Bacitracin topical
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Bacitracin Dosage and Administration
Administration
Apply ointment or powder topically to cleansed area.a
May cover affected area with a sterile bandage following use of ointments, powders, or sprays.a
Has been used for topical compresses in 0.9% sodium chloride injection or sterile water for injection (250–1000 units/mL).a
Dosage
Adults
Superficial Skin Infections TopicalOintment: Apply amount equal to the surface area of a fingertip to the affected area 1–3 times daily.a
Powder: Use a light dusting on affected area 1–3 times daily.a
Prescribing Limits
Maximum 1 week of use unless directed by a physician.a
Preparations
Excipients in commercially available drug preparations may have clinically important effects in some individuals; consult specific product labeling for details.
Please refer to the ASHP Drug Shortages Resource Center for information on shortages of one or more of these preparations.
* available from one or more manufacturer, distributor, and/or repackager by generic (nonproprietary) name
Routes | Dosage Forms | Strengths | Brand Names | Manufacturer |
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Bulk | Powder* | |||
Topical | Ointment | 500 units/g* | Baciguent | Lee Pharmaceuticals |
* available from one or more manufacturer, distributor, and/or repackager by generic (nonproprietary) name
Routes | Dosage Forms | Strengths | Brand Names | Manufacturer |
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Topical | Ointment | 400 units/g with Neomycin Sulfate 0.5% (0.35% of neomycin) and Polymyxin B Sulfate 5000 units (of polymyxin B) per g* | Triple Antibiotic Ointment | Alpharma, Pfeiffer |
Routes | Dosage Forms | Strengths | Brand Names | Manufacturer |
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Bulk | Powder | |||
Topical | Ointment | 500 units (of bacitracin) per g | Bacitracin Zinc Ointment | Alpharma, Rugby |
* available from one or more manufacturer, distributor, and/or repackager by generic (nonproprietary) name
Routes | Dosage Forms | Strengths | Brand Names | Manufacturer |
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Topical | Ointment | 400 units (of bacitracin) per g with Neomycin Sulfate 0.5% (0.35% of neomycin) and Polymyxin B Sulfate 5000 units (of polymyxin B) per g | Neosporin | Pfizer |
Triple Antibiotic Ointment | ||||
500 units (of bacitracin) per g with Lidocaine 4%, Neomycin Sulfate 0.5% (0.35% of neomycin), and Polymyxin B Sulfate 10,000 units (of polymyxin B) per g* | Bactine First Aid Antibiotic Plus Anesthetic | Bayer | ||
Campho-Phenique First Aid Antibiotic Plus Pain Reliever Maximum Strength | Bayer | |||
Mycitracin Plus Pain Reliever (with parabens) | J&J Consumer | |||
Spectrocin Plus | Numark | |||
Triple Antibiotic Extra | IVAX | |||
Triple Antibiotic Plus Ointment Maximum Strength | Alpharma, G&W, Major | |||
Triple Antibiotic with Lidocaine Ointment Maximum Strength | Clay-Park, Moore | |||
500 units (of bacitracin) per g with Neomycin Sulfate 0.5% (0.35% of neomycin) and Polymyxin B Sulfate 10,000 units (of polymyxin B) per g | Mycitracin Triple Antibiotic First Aid Ointment Maximum Strength (with parabens) | J&J Consumer | ||
500 units (of bacitracin) per g with Polymyxin B Sulfate 10,000 units (of polymyxin B) per g and Pramoxine Hydrochloride 1% | Betadine Brand First Aid Antibiotics + Pain Reliever | Purdue Frederick | ||
500 units (of bacitracin) per g, with Neomycin Sulfate 0.5% (0.35% of neomycin), Polymyxin B Sulfate 10,000 units (of polymyxin B) per g, and Pramoxine Hydrochloride 1% | Neosporin Plus Maximum Strength First Aid Antibiotic/Pain Relieving Ointment | Pfizer | ||
500 units (of bacitracin) per g with Polymyxin B Sulfate 10,000 units (of polymyxin B) per g | Bacitracin-Polymyxin Ointment | Clay-Park, Major, Rugby | ||
Band-Aid with Antibiotic Ointment | J&J Consumer | |||
Betadine Brand First Aid Antibiotics + Moisturizer Ointment | Purdue Frederick | |||
Double Antibiotic Ointment | Fougera | |||
Polysporin Ointment | Pfizer | |||
Powder | 500 units (of bacitracin) per g with Polymyxin B Sulfate 10,000 units (of polymyxin B) per g | Polysporin Powder | Pfizer |
Anti-infective combinations including bacitracin are also commercially available in combination with corticosteroids for topical use.
How do I store and/or throw out Bacitracin?
- Store at room temperature.
- Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
- Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs.
Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer
- If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
- Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
- Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.
- Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.
- Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take bacitracin or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to bacitracin. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine.
Review Date: October 4, 2017
Pregnancy Considerations
Although large studies have not been conducted, absorption is limited following topical application; use during pregnancy has not been associated with an increased risk of adverse fetal events (Leachman, 2006; Murase, 2014).
Side Effects
This medication usually has no side effects. If you have any unusual effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Rarely, use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in other types of skin infections (such as fungal or other bacterial infections). Contact your doctor if you notice any unusual skin symptoms or if your condition does not improve.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
List Bacitracin Ointment side effects by likelihood and severity.What are some other side effects of this drug?
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away.
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Some side effects of bacitracin topical may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.