Bacitracin is an antibiotic ointment used to prevent and treat bacterial infections on the skin. It is effective against certain types of bacteria, including staphylococcus and streptococcus.
Bacitracin was first discovered in 1945 by Tracy and colleagues at the University of Michigan.
It was introduced as a medication in the late 1940s.
Bacitracin was originally derived from a strain of Bacillus subtilis, a bacteria commonly found in soil.
In the 1950s, bacitracin was combined with other antibiotics to form topical ointments for a broader range of bacterial infections.
Neosporin is a combination of three antibiotics - bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B - that are used to prevent and treat bacterial skin infections.
Polysporin is a combination of two antibiotics - bacitracin and polymyxin B - that are used to prevent and treat bacterial skin infections.
This is the original bacitracin ointment, which contains only bacitracin as an active ingredient.
This ointment combines bacitracin with neomycin, another antibiotic that is effective against a broader range of bacteria.
This ointment combines bacitracin with polymyxin B, which is effective against several types of bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Neosporin contains bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B, while bacitracin contains only bacitracin.
Bacitracin can be used on open wounds as long as they are not too deep or large. It is best to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using bacitracin on a wound.
Bacitracin should be applied to the affected area 1-3 times per day, or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
Yes, bacitracin can cause allergic reactions in some people. If you experience itching, swelling, or hives after using bacitracin, stop using it and consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Yes, bacitracin is safe for children. However, it is always best to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using any medication on a child.
