What is Bacitraycin Plus: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Oct 9, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Bacitraycin Plus overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Ala-Quin, Alcortin A, All-Purpose First Aid Kit, Alocane Plus, Antibiotic, Pain & Scar, Antibiotic Cream + Pain Relief, Antibiotic Cream Plus, Antibiotic Ointment, Bacitraycin Plus, CareALL Triple Antibiotic Ointment, Cortisporin, DermacinRx Therazole Pak, Dermapain, Dermazene, Double Antibiotic Ointment, Antibiotic Ointment, Bacitraycin Plus, GRx Bacitracin Zinc, Quality Choice Bacitracin, Quality Choice Bacitracin

Generic Names:

  • Bacitracin

Uses:

  • Helps prevent bacterial infection, and treats certain other skin problems., Prevents infection of minor cuts, burns, or scrapes.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Anesthetic, Local, Antiacne Antibacterial, Antibacterial Combination, Anti-Infective/Anti-Inflammatory Combination, Antiperspirant, Sunscreen, Antibacterial

Forms:

  • Cream, Gel/Jelly, Ointment, Powder, Liquid, Ointment

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin, On the skin

What is Bacitraycin Plus used for?

Baciguent is an antibiotic that comes in the form of an ointment. It is used treat bacterial eye infections. Baciguent works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria. Baciguent should only be used to treat bacterial eye infections and does not work for other types of eye infections. Do no wear contact lenses while you are using this medicine.

What form(s) does Bacitraycin Plus come in

  • Cream

  • Gel/Jelly

  • Ointment

  • Powder

  • Liquid

  • Ointment

What are common Bacitraycin Plus doses?

  • Tube 28GM of 500UNIT/GM

  • Tube 28GM of 500-10UNIT-MG/GM

How to take Bacitraycin Plus

  • 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.

  • This medicine should not be used in the eye, inside the body, or over large areas of skin. If this medicine does get in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse it off right away.

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

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Follow your doctor's instructions about how to clean and care for your skin or wound before and after you use this medicine.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription. Do not use this medicine on deep or serious wounds, on serious burns, or on animal bites unless your doctor tells you to.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription. Do not use this medicine on deep or serious wounds, on serious burns, or on animal bites unless your doctor tells you to.

  • This medicine should not be used in the eye, inside the body, or over large areas of skin. If this medicine does get in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse it off right away.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Follow your doctor's instructions about how to clean and care for your skin or wound before and after you use this medicine.

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

What to do if you miss a dose of Bacitraycin Plus

  • Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Topical application routeAsk your pharmacist or doctor how to dispose of the medicine container and any leftover or expired medicine.

Bacitraycin Plus contraindications

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

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information about ingredients in the antibacterial combination that you are using. This medicine should not be used to treat a skin problem caused by a virus, or to treat whole body infections.

Bacitraycin Plus 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.

  • Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause discoloring of the skin, hair, nails, or may stain clothing.

  • Make sure any doctor who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause problems with certain medical tests.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have a tuberculosis infection of the skin. Make sure your doctor knows if you have had an allergic reaction to any antibiotic or topical medicine, such as hydrocortisone, iodochlorhydroxyquin, bacitracin, neomycin, or polymyxin B.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Unexplained fever.

Bacitraycin Plus interactions

  • Antibacterial combination medicines have different ingredients, depending on the type and brand of medicine it is. The drugs or food you may need to avoid depend on the specific antibacterial combination you are using. Make sure your doctor knows about all other medicines you are using.

  • Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause discoloring of the skin, hair, nails, or may stain clothing.

  • Make sure any doctor who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause problems with certain medical tests.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • 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.

Bacitraycin Plus side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Signs of wound or skin infection: increasing pain, redness, swelling, or drainage of fluid or pus that is cloudy, brown, green, or foul-smelling.

  • New or worsening skin rash.

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

  • New or worsening redness, burning, itching, or swelling in the area where the medicine is applied.

  • Unexplained fever.

  • 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

  • Skin dryness.

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