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Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment

Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment is used for:

Treating or preventing infection in minor skin wounds.

Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment is an antibiotic. It works by stopping or preventing bacterial infections by either killing susceptible bacteria or inhibiting their growth.

Do NOT use Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment:

Some medical conditions may interact with Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment. Because little, if any, of Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.

Ask your health care provider if Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment:

Use Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Wash and completely dry the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed. The area may be left uncovered, or you may cover it with a sterile bandage.
• Wash your hands immediately after using Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
• Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment works best if used at the same time each day.
• To clear up your infection completely, use Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.
• If you miss a dose of Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment.

Important safety information:

• Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment is for external use only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you get it in your eyes, rinse right away with cool water.
• Do not use Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment to cover large areas of your body. If you have deep puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns, check with your doctor.
• Do NOT use more than the recommended dose or use for longer than 7 days without checking with your doctor.
• PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment while you are pregnant. It is not known if Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); burning; redness; swelling.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment may be harmful if swallowed.

Store Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment between 59 and 77 degrees F (15 and 25 degrees C). Store in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is summary only. It does not contain all information about Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.