Generic name: bacitracin (injection) [ BAS-i-TRAY-sin ]
Brand names: Baci-IM, Baci-Rx
Dosage form: intramuscular powder for injection (50000 units)
Drug class:Miscellaneous antibiotics
What is bacitracin?
Bacitracin injection is an antibiotic that treats staph infection caused by a bacteria called staphylococcus (STAF-il-oh-KOK-us).
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.
Bacitracin injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Bacitracin can harm your baby's kidneys. This effect is increased when the baby also uses certain other medicines, especially injected antibiotics. Your baby's kidney function will need to be tested before and during treatment with bacitracin.
Before taking this medicine
Your baby should not receive bacitracin if he or she is allergic to bacitracin.
To make sure bacitracin is safe for your baby, tell the doctor if your baby has:
kidney disease; or
any known allergies.
How is bacitracin injection given?
Bacitracin is injected into a muscle. A healthcare provider will give your baby this injection.
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