Bacitracin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bacitracin is used -
Unknown
Is the use of Bacitracin safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Bacitracin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Bacitracin safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Bacitracin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Bacitracin will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Bacitracin on the Kidneys?
Bacitracin may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Bacitracin on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Bacitracin on the liver.
What is the effect of Bacitracin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Bacitracin for the heart.
Bacitracin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bacitracin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bacitracin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Bacitracin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Bacitracin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Bacitracin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bacitracin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bacitracin
Taking Bacitracin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bacitracin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Bacitracin.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759-760
