Note: This document contains side effect information about bacitracin. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name BACiiM.
Applies to bacitracin: intramuscular powder for injection.
Warning
Bacitracin can harm your baby's kidneys. This effect is increased when the baby also uses certain other medicines, especially injected antibiotics. Your baby's kidney function will need to be tested before and during treatment with bacitracin.
Get emergency medical help if your baby has any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
While receiving bacitracin (the active ingredient contained in BACiiM) injection, your baby will be watched for the following side effects:
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diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
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urinating more than usual or more often;
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little or no urinating (fewer wet diapers);
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blood in the urine;
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lower back pain; or
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painful urination.
Common side effects include:
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nausea, vomiting;
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mild skin rash; or
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pain, burning, or swelling where the medicine was injected.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to bacitracin: compounding powder, intramuscular powder for injection.
Renal
Frequency not reported: Nephrotoxic reactions (including albuminuria, cylindruria, azotemia)[Ref]
Other
Frequency not reported: Rising blood levels with no increase in dose[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Frequency not reported: Nausea, vomiting[Ref]
Local
Frequency not reported: Injection site pain[Ref]
Dermatologic
Frequency not reported: Skin rashes[Ref]
