# Bacitracin

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/bacitracin
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Bacitracin?

Bacitracin is a prescription medication used to treat enterocolitis and pseudomembranou. Across the United States, 113 doctors prescribe Bacitracin to approximately 1,000 Medicare patients.

## Indications

Bacitracin is prescribed for several conditions including enterocolitis, pseudomembranous, staphylococcal skin infections, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Enterocolitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/enterocolitis)
- [Pseudomembranous](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pseudomembranous)
- [Staphylococcal Skin Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/staphylococcal-skin-infections)
- [Skin Diseases](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/skin-diseases)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)
- [Pneumonia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pneumonia)
- [Streptococcal Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/streptococcal-infections)
- [Empyema](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/empyema)
- [Eye Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/eye-infections)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)
- [Conjunctivitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/conjunctivitis)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)

## Mechanism of action

Bacitracin works through specific pharmacological mechanisms to treat enterocolitis. Consult your healthcare provider for detailed information.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Prescription Medication
- Route of administration: TOPICAL

## Common side effects

Contact your doctor or pharmacist for complete side effect information for this medication

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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