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Brand Name : Ocu-Tracin, AK-Tracin
Generic Name : bacitracin ophthalmic (BAS i TRAY sin off THAL mik)

Overview (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Bacitracin ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. What is the most important information I should know about bacitracin ophthalmic? Contact your doctor if your symptoms begin to get worse or if you do not see any improvement in your condition after a few days. Do not touch the tube opening to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The tube opening is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye. Who should not use bacitracin ophthalmic? Do not use bacitracin ophthalmic if you have a viral or fungal infection in your eye. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria only. Bacitracin ophthalmic is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not use bacitracin ophthalmic without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether bacitracin passes into breast milk. Do not use bacitracin ophthalmic without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. How should I use bacitracin ophthalmic? Use bacitracin ophthalmic eye ointment exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Wash your hands before using your eye ointment. To apply the ointment: Hold the tube in your hand for a few minutes to warm it up so that the ointment comes out easily. Tilt your head back slightly and pull down g ...
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Side Effects (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Serious side effects are not expected with this medication. Commonly, some burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light may occur. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. ...
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Further Reading on bacitracin ophthalmic
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