Bacitracin (bacitracin)
Topical Antibiotics Topical Ointment (Gram); Topical Packet (Ea)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
Bacitracin is a polypeptide antibiotic.
USES: This medication is used to prevent minor skin infections caused by small cuts, scrapes, or burns. Bacitracin works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria. It belongs to a class of drugs known as antibiotics.
This antibiotic only prevents bacterial skin infections. It will not work for other types of skin infections (such as infections caused by fungi, viruses). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.
Do not use this product over large areas of the body. Do not use it for serious skin infections. Ask your doctor first before using this product for serious skin injuries (such as deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns).
A different treatment may be necessary for these types of conditions. Consult your doctor for more information. If you are self-treating with this medication, it is important to read the package instructions carefully before you start using this product to be sure it is right for you. (See also Precautions section.)
Generic name: bacitracin
Pronunciation: (BAS-i-TRAY-sin)
Drug class: Topical Antibiotics
Therapeutic class: Dermatological
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Bacitracin:
- Minor Bacterial Skin Infections
Also known as: Minor Bacterial Skin Infection.
Dosing
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Drug interactions
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There are no contraindication interactions for this drug.
There are no severe interactions for this drug.
There are no moderate interactions for this drug.
Contraindications
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There are no contraindication contraindications for this drug.
There are no severe contraindications for this drug.
- No disease contraindications
Adverse reactions
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Rare or Very Rare
- Anaphylaxis
Rare or Very Rare
- Fungal infection of skin
- Skin rash
Precautions
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Bacitracin and bacitracin zinc should be used during pregnancy only if potential benefits justify potential risks to the fetus.
Some manufacturers state that patients who are pregnant should consult a clinician before using topical preparations containing bacitracin or bacitracin zinc.
The topical preparation containing bacitracin zinc, neomycin sulfate, polymyxin B sulfate, and hydrocortisone should be used during pregnancy only if potential benefits justify potential risks to the fetus. Corticosteroids have been teratogenic in mice and rabbits when applied topically.
It is not known whether topical bacitracin is distributed into milk.
Some experts consider topical bacitracin compatible with nursing.
Some manufacturers state that patients who are breast-feeding should consult a clinician before using topical preparations containing bacitracin or bacitracin zinc.
The topical preparation containing bacitracin zinc, neomycin sulfate, polymyxin B sulfate, and hydrocortisone should be used with caution in nursing women. Hydrocortisone is distributed into human milk following oral administration, and systemic absorption may occur when hydrocortisone is applied topically.
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Minor bacterial skin infections | ||
| L08.89 | ICD10CM | Other specified local infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue |
| L08.9 | ICD10CM | Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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