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Overview
VANCOMYCIN is a Schedule H1 drug.Vancomycin is an antibiotic. When taken by mouth it fights bacteria in the intestines.Vancomycin is used to treat an infection of the intestines caused by Clostridium difficile, which can cause watery or bloody diarrhea. It is also used to treat staph infections that can cause inflammation of the colon and small intestines.It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering which is needed for them to survive.
Usage
VANCOMYCIN is generally used to treat: Clostridium Difficile Infection, Staph Infections, Bacterial Infection, ColitisVANCOMYCIN can address symptoms like: Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Fever, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: Oral,Precautions
- Oral vancomycin works only in the intestines and will not treat infections in other parts of the body.
- You should not take this medication if you are allergic to vancomycin.
- Take vancomycin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label.
- Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, and may cause serious or life-threatening side effects.
- Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
- If you use this medication long-term, you may need frequent medical tests at your doctor’s office.
- Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose.
- Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Do not drive because you may feel sleepy or dizzy while being treated with vancomycin.
- Do not start or continue the vancomycin if you have a kidney problem or hearing difficulties.
Common Side-Effects
VANCOMYCIN : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hypokalemia, Blood Pressure, Low, Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Fever, Fatigue (tiredness), Vomit, Decreased Urination, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized), Head Headache, Increased Passing Gas, Redness, Lightheadedness, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Difficulty BreathingSerious Side-Effects
VANCOMYCIN : Hearing Loss, Seizure, Muscle Pain, Palpitation, Vertigo, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Dry Mouth, Pain With Urination, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Increased Thirst, Irregular Heartbeat, Loss Of Appetite, Lower Back Pain, Mood Swings, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Weight Gain, Weight Loss (unintentional), Unusual Taste In Mouth, Ringing In Ears, Hearing Loss, Easy BleedingRare Side-Effects
VANCOMYCIN : Hives, Body DiscolorationDisease Interactions
VANCOMYCIN can interfere with: Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Neutropenia, Thrombocytopenia, Ulcerative ColitisTechnical Classification
VANCOMYCIN is categorized as: GLYCOPEPTIDE ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVESStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with VANCOMYCIN as Ingredient
CEFIRONE V 1000MG/500MG INJ | CEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
CELOVAN 1000MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG |
FORSTAF 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
G VANC 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
GUFIVAN 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
MEGO 1000MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG |
MEGO 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANACIN CP 1000MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG |
VANACIN CP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCO CP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCO PLUS 1000MG/500MG INJ | CEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCO PLUS 2000MG/1000MG INJ | CEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG |
VANCOCIN 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOCIN CP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOCIP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOGEN 1GM INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM |
VANCOGEN 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOGRAM 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOLYM 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOMYCIN 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOMYCIN 500MG TAB | VANCOMYCIN 500 MG |
VANCOMYCIN C.P 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOMYCIN INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500 MG |
VANCORAY 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOSA 1GM INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM |
VANCOTECH CP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOTROY 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOWAR CP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANCOZEN 1GM INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM |
VANCOZEN 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANKING 1GM INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM |
VANKING 250MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG |
VANKING 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANLID 250MG CAP | VANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG |
VANLID 250MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG |
VANLID 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANLID 500MG TAB | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANLID CAP | VANCOMYCIN 250 MG |
VANSAFE CP 1 GM INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM |
VANSAFE CP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VANTOX CP 1GM INJ | VANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM |
VANTOX CP 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
VMYCIN 500MG INJ | VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
XL V 1000MG/500MG INJ | CEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG |
XL V 2000MG/1000MG INJ | CEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG |
XPLOCEF 2000MG/1000MG INJ | CEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG |
XPLOCEF INJ | CEFTRIAXONE 3.0 GM, VANCOMYCIN |