Bacitracin / Pramoxine
Bacitracin/Pramoxine is a topical combination medication that pairs an antibiotic with a local anesthetic. Bacitracin works to prevent bacterial growth on minor skin wounds, while pramoxine provides temporary relief from associated pain and itching. This over-the-counter product is commonly found in first aid ointments and is used for minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
A topical antibiotic-anesthetic combination used to prevent infection and relieve pain and itching from minor skin injuries.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1303726
- Generic
- Bacitracin / Pramoxine
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used to prevent infection and relieve pain, itching, and discomfort from minor skin injuries such as cuts, scrapes, burns, and insect bites. Also found in some hemorrhoidal products for temporary relief of anal discomfort.
Bacitracin is an antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis, preventing the growth of susceptible bacteria on the skin's surface. Pramoxine is a topical anesthetic that numbs the skin by blocking nerve signals, providing temporary pain and itch relief.
For external use only on intact skin. Avoid use on large areas of the body, deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. Do not use for extended periods or on infants without medical advice. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider if symptoms worsen or do not improve within 7 days. Those with allergies to any ingredients should avoid use.
Official drug label
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