What is Bacitracin Zinc: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Oct 9, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Bacitracin Zinc overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Antibiotic Ointment, Bacitraycin Plus, GRx Bacitracin Zinc, Quality Choice Bacitracin, Quality Choice Bacitracin

Generic Names:

  • Bacitracin Zinc

Uses:

  • Prevents infection of minor cuts, burns, or scrapes.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antibacterial

Forms:

  • Ointment

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin

What is Bacitracin Zinc used for?

What form(s) does Bacitracin Zinc come in

  • Ointment

What are common Bacitracin Zinc doses?

  • Tube 14GM of 500UNIT/GM

  • Tube 14.199999809265137GM of 500UNIT/GM

  • Tube 28GM of 500UNIT/GM

  • Tube 28.350000381469727GM of 500UNIT/GM

  • Tube 28.399999618530273GM of 500UNIT/GM

  • Box 1 Ointment

  • Box 425GM of 500UNIT/GM

  • Package 1 Ointment

  • Packet 1 Ointment

  • Bottle 1GM of

Common Bacitracin Zinc prescriptions

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    1 ointment box

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    1gm of 500unit/gm box

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    28.4gm of 500unit/gm box

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    425gm of 500unit/gm box

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    453.6gm of 500unit/gm jar

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    1 ointment package

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    1 ointment packet

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    14.2gm of 500unit/gm tube

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    15gm of 500unit/gm tube

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    28.399999618530273gm of 500unit/gm tube

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    28.4gm of 500unit/gm tube

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    28gm of 500unit/gm tube

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    113.4gm of 500unit/gm tube of ointment

  • Bacitracin Zinc
    14.17gm of 500unit/gm tube of ointment

How to take Bacitracin Zinc

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Clean your wound before you apply this medicine. Apply a small amount to the wound 1 to 3 times each day. You may cover the wound with a clean bandage after you apply the medicine.

  • Do not use this medicine in your eyes or over large areas of your body. Do not use it for longer than 7 days in a row.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Do not use this medicine in your eyes or over large areas of your body. Do not use it for longer than 7 days in a row.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Clean your wound before you apply this medicine. Apply a small amount to the wound 1 to 3 times each day. You may cover the wound with a clean bandage after you apply the medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Bacitracin Zinc

Bacitracin Zinc contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to bacitracin.

Bacitracin Zinc warnings

  • This medicine is for use only on minor cuts or burns. Do not use it on an animal bite or other puncture wound, a serious burn (with blistering), or a deep cut or skin injury unless directed by your doctor.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Call your doctor if you see signs of infection near your wound, such as swelling, warmth, redness, or pus.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Bacitracin Zinc interactions

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • This medicine is for use only on minor cuts or burns. Do not use it on an animal bite or other puncture wound, a serious burn (with blistering), or a deep cut or skin injury unless directed by your doctor.

  • Call your doctor if you see signs of infection near your wound, such as swelling, warmth, redness, or pus.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Bacitracin Zinc side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Mild itching or skin rash

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