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Indications ⬇

REMS

Contraind./Precautions ⬆ ⬇

Contraindicated in:

Use Cautiously in:

Adv. Reactions/Side Effects ⬆ ⬇

Derm: rash

Interactions ⬆ ⬇

Drug-drug:

Availability ⬆ ⬇

(Generic available)

Route/Dosage ⬆ ⬇

Action ⬆ ⬇

  • Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by preventing transfer of mucopeptides into growing cell wall.
Therapeutic effects:
  • Bactericidal action.

Spectrum:

Classifications ⬆ ⬇

Therapeutic Classification: anti-infectives

Pharmacokinetics ⬆ ⬇

Absorption: Poorly absorbed from mucous membranes.

Distribution: Poor penetration into CSF.

Metabolism/Excretion: 10–40% excreted in urine within 24 hr.

Half-Life: Unknown.

Canadian Brand Names ⬆ ⬇

Bacitin

Time/Action Profile ⬆ ⬇

(blood levels)

ROUTEONSETPEAKDURATION
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Patient/Family Teaching ⬆ ⬇

Pronunciation ⬆ ⬇

bas-i-TRAY-sin

Code ⬆

NDC Code