Bacitracin Side Effects

Applies to bacitracin: intramuscular powder for injection.

Important warnings This medicine can cause some serious health issues

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.

Get emergency medical help if your baby has any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

While receiving bacitracin injection, your baby will be watched for the following side effects:

• diarrhea that is watery or bloody;

• urinating more than usual or more often;

• little or no urinating (fewer wet diapers);

• blood in the urine;

• lower back pain; or

• painful urination.

Common side effects include:

• nausea, vomiting;

• mild skin rash; or

• pain, burning, or swelling where the medicine was injected.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to bacitracin: compounding powder, intramuscular powder for injection.

Renal adverse events

• Frequency not reported: Nephrotoxic reactions (including albuminuria, cylindruria, azotemia)^[Ref]

Other

• Frequency not reported: Rising blood levels with no increase in dose^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Frequency not reported: Nausea, vomiting^[Ref]

Local

• Frequency not reported: Injection site pain^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Frequency not reported: Skin rashes^[Ref]

Further information

Bacitracin side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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