Bacitracin is an over-the-counter medicine. The sections below reproduce one FDA label for it, named under "Label". Products in other forms, strengths or from other makers have their own labels, which can differ.
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- Type
- Over the counter (OTC)
- Taken
- Topical
- Label
- TWIN MED, LLC, revised August 3, 2026 · full label on DailyMed
Purpose
Antibiotic
What it is used for
First aid to prevent infection in Minor cuts, Scrapes & Burns
Active ingredient
Bacitracin Zinc (equal to 500 Bacitracin units)
Do not use
In the eyes If you are allergic to any of the ingredients, due to possibility of anaphylactic shock Over large areas of the body Longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use in case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns
Stop use and ask a doctor if
The condition persists or gets worse A rash or allergic reaction develops
Warnings
For External Use Only. Do not use In the eyes If you are allergic to any of the ingredients, due to possibility of anaphylactic shock Over large areas of the body Longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use in case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns Stop use and ask a doctor if The condition persists or gets worse A rash or allergic reaction develops Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Centre right away Other information Store at controlled room temperature 15 o – 30 o C(59 o- -86 o F) Avoid excessive heat and humidity Tamper Evident Do not use if packet is torn, cut, or opened. Inactive Ingredients Hard Paraffin, Lanolin, Liquid Paraffin,White Soft Paraffin
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Centre right away
Dosage:
we do not reproduce dosing instructions. The right dose depends on the person and the condition and is set by the prescriber or pharmacist. Dosage section of the full label.
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Shortage status
| Product | Availability | Expected supply / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bacitracin, Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 g (NDC 0574-4022-35) Padagis US LLC |
Unavailable | Shortage is estimated for 15 additional months In shortage · October 23, 2026 |
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Source: FDA structured product labeling, retrieved through openFDA. Label text is shown as published by the FDA, without editing; long sections are shortened, marked […]. openFDA data are not validated for clinical use — always check the current label and ask a doctor or pharmacist about your own treatment. Set ID 8d19e931-99c4-47b8-b7ec-94c16535166f.