VANCOMYCIN

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, Colitis
VANCOMYCIN 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 Breathing

Serious 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 Bleeding

Rare Side-Effects

VANCOMYCIN : Hives, Body Discoloration

Disease Interactions

VANCOMYCIN can interfere with: Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Neutropenia, Thrombocytopenia, Ulcerative Colitis

Technical Classification

VANCOMYCIN is categorized as: GLYCOPEPTIDE ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with VANCOMYCIN as Ingredient

CEFIRONE V 1000MG/500MG INJCEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
CELOVAN 1000MG INJVANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
FORSTAF 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
G VANC 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
GUFIVAN 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
MEGO 1000MG INJVANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
MEGO 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANACIN CP 1000MG INJVANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
VANACIN CP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCO CP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCO PLUS 1000MG/500MG INJCEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCO PLUS 2000MG/1000MG INJCEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
VANCOCIN 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOCIN CP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOCIP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOGEN 1GM INJVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANCOGEN 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOGRAM 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOLYM 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOMYCIN 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOMYCIN 500MG TABVANCOMYCIN 500 MG
VANCOMYCIN C.P 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOMYCIN INJVANCOMYCIN 500 MG
VANCORAY 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOSA 1GM INJVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANCOTECH CP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOTROY 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOWAR CP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOZEN 1GM INJVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANCOZEN 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANKING 1GM INJVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANKING 250MG INJVANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG
VANKING 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANLID 250MG CAPVANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG
VANLID 250MG INJVANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG
VANLID 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANLID 500MG TABVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANLID CAPVANCOMYCIN 250 MG
VANSAFE CP 1 GM INJVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANSAFE CP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANTOX CP 1GM INJVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANTOX CP 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VMYCIN 500MG INJVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
XL V 1000MG/500MG INJCEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
XL V 2000MG/1000MG INJCEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
XPLOCEF 2000MG/1000MG INJCEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
XPLOCEF INJCEFTRIAXONE 3.0 GM, VANCOMYCIN