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Quick facts
- How it is given
- topical
- Type
- human otc drug
- RxNorm ID
- 1648110
We do not publish dosing. How much of this medicine to take, how often, and for how long depends on your age, weight, kidney and liver function, other conditions and other medicines. That is a decision for the person who prescribes or dispenses it. Follow the directions on your own pack and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.
What it is used to treat
Uses first aid to help prevent infection in: • minor cuts • scrapes • burns
Do not use if
Do not use • in the eyes • over large areas of the body • if you are allergic to any of the ingredients
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Do not use • in the eyes • over large areas of the body • if you are allergic to any of the ingredients Ask a doctor before use if you have • deep or puncture wounds • animal bites • serious burns Stop use and ask a doctor if • you need to use longer than 1 week • condition persists or gets worse • rash or other allergic reaction develops Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Ask a doctor before use if
Ask a doctor before use if you have • deep or puncture wounds • animal bites • serious burns
Stop use and see a doctor if
Stop use and ask a doctor if • you need to use longer than 1 week • condition persists or gets worse • rash or other allergic reaction develops
Storing it safely
Other information • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Keeping it away from children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (each gram contains) Bacitracin 500 units
Other ingredients
Inactive ingredients light mineral oil, white petrolatum
Before you take anything new
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about every medicine you take — including ones bought without a prescription, herbal products and supplements. Interactions are one of the most common avoidable causes of harm from medicines, and a pharmacist can check your full list in a couple of minutes.
This page is built from the openFDA record of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approved labelling for this product, effective 6 November 2024. Label text has been shortened and reformatted for readability; safety wording has not been altered in meaning. FDA labelling describes products approved in the United States — brand names, strengths, formulations and approved uses may differ in your country. Always read the leaflet that comes with your own pack. PocketsInfo is not affiliated with, and is not endorsed by, the FDA. Retrieved 2026-07-30.