Generic name: bacitracin topical [ BAS-i-TRAY-sin-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand name: Baciguent
Dosage form: topical ointment (500 units/g; zinc 500 units/g)
Drug class:Topical antibiotics
What is bacitracin?
Bacitracin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.
Bacitracin topical (for the skin) is used to prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
Bacitracin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use bacitracin topical if you are allergic to bacitracin, mineral oil, or petroleum jelly.
Do not use bacitracin topical to treat animal bites, puncture wounds, deep skin wounds, or severe burns. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you are not sure.
Bacitracin is not expected to harm an unborn baby.
It is not known whether bacitracin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
How should I use bacitracin?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or ...
