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Bacitracin

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The generic name of this medication is bacitracin and it is manufactured and sold by this name also.

The active ingredient of this medication is bacitracin.

Used in the prevention and treatment of variou sskin infections caused due to minor skin injuries like scrapes, cuts, and minor burns. It is an antibiotic and functions by destroying the bacteria present in the skin which could cause various infections.

Common Uses:

Used in the prevention and treatment of variou sskin infections caused due to minor skin injuries like scrapes, cuts, and minor burns. It is an antibiotic and functions by destroying the bacteria present in the skin which could cause various infections.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
The some of side effects are:
Burning,
Redness,
Rash

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients, or to any other antibiotics.

It is also not recommended in pregnant women; women who are planning on becoming pregnant; and nursing mothers.

Drug Interactions:
None noted thus far.

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Bacterial Infection (Antibiotic)

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Since taking Bacitracin, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

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Appetite	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Confidence	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Energy	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
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Mental Clarity	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Pain	0%	9.1%	81.8%	9.1%	0%
Patience	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sleep	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Stress Level	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%

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20 May 2011	I trust bacitracin because hospitals use it. —Posted by Barry Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
09 Oct 2010	I use bacitracin on cuts and scrapes so they do not become infected, it is very effective. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
19 Sep 2010	This is a good drug for wounds. It cured my wound quickly. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
01 Jun 2010	Kept the would clean, and made it heal faster. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use

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