BaciiM ratings & reviews

Bacitracin
Company: XGen
Brand: BaciiM
Drug class: General Anti-infectives Systemic
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General Anti-infectives Systemic, Systemic Antibiotics, Other Antibiotics

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Sermo AI Overview

  • BaciiM is perceived as having weak efficacy for treating empyema, with average user ratings around 2.0 out of 5.0. It is not commonly preferred for this condition, indicating significant gaps in its effectiveness.
  • While BaciiM is generally accessible and well-tolerated, concerns about its effectiveness and safety for pneumonia treatment exist, leading some specialists to suggest its use may be limited to specific contexts.
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Description

The brand name of the drug is Baciim. It contains the active ingredient bacitracin, which is part of the antibiotic drug class. Antibiotics like bacitracin are commonly used to treat bacterial infections.

Source: This information is sourced from FDA and powered by AI

Dosage & Administration

How should I use this medication?

This medication is injected into a muscle. It is usually given by your care team in a hospital or clinic. It may also be given at home.

If you get this medication at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give it. Use exactly as directed. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be given to children for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

Where should I keep my medication?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

You will be instructed on how to store this medication. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.

To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:

  • Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
  • If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Side Effects

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Kidney injury—decrease in the amount of urine, swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
  • Severe diarrhea, fever
  • Unusual vaginal discharge, itching, or odor

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

  • Nausea
  • Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings & Precautions

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • Kidney disease
  • Myasthenia gravis or other neuromuscular disease
  • An unusual or allergic reaction to bacitracin, neomycin, other antibiotics, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • Breast-feeding

What may interact with this medication?

  • Colistin
  • Diuretics
  • Estrogen or progestin hormones
  • Kanamycin
  • Neomycin
  • Polymyxin
  • Streptomycin

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.

You may need blood work while taking this medication.

You may need to be on a special diet while you are taking this medication. Ask your care team. Also, find out how many glasses of fluid you need to drink each day.

What are the most serious risks of this medication?

This medicine can cause kidney damage. Your health care provider will monitor kidney function every day while this medicine is given.

Source: This information is sourced from Elsevier Inc.

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