Vancozen 500Mg Injection

Vancozen 500Mg Injection acts as an antibiotic which kills bacteria present in the intestine. Thus, it treats bacterial infection, especially infections that are occur because of clostridium difficile. The drug also helps in the treatment of staph infections which can result in swelling of the colon as well as small intestines.

The drug should be taken orally to cure infections of the intestine. Vancozen 500Mg Injection is not otherwise absorbed by the body and cannot be taken orally for the treatment of any other kind of infection. Injections of the drug are administered if it is used to treat infections affecting other parts of the body.

Discussing your medical history with the doctor is a must before you start taking the drug. Inform him of any health issues you are currently facing and also give him a list of medicine prescribed or over the counter, which you are presently taking.

One of the side effects of the drug is that it can result in hearing loss which may be either temporary or even permanent. Thus, if you experience any problems with hearing while taking Vancozen 500Mg Injection get in touch with your doctor immediately. To ensure that Vancozen 500Mg Injection is not causing any harm to your hearing, you will have to be tested regularly. Your doctor will guide you through the tests and appointments.

Various other side effects of the drug include nausea, discomfort in the stomach, problems with the kidney and fall in potassium level of the body.

You may start feeling better while taking the medication. This does not mean that you stop taking the drug. Ensure that you finish the course so as to confirm that the infection has been entirely dealt with. Try not to skip doses as it can increase the possibility of the infection recuring in the future. Do not take the medicine so as to treat a viral infection like common cold or flu.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Bacterial Septicemia

  Vancozen 500Mg Injection is used in the treatment of septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Endocarditis

  Vancozen 500Mg Injection is used in the treatment of endocarditis which is an infection of the inner lining of the heart caused by Streptococcus species and Staphylococcus species

• Osteomyelitis

  Vancozen 500Mg Injection is used in the treatment of bone infections like osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.

• Skin And Soft Tissue Infections

  Vancozen 500Mg Injection is used to treat skin and soft tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Surgical Prophylaxis

  Vancozen 500Mg Injection is used to treat infections during surgery caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Allergy

  Not recommended in the patients allergic to Vancozen 500Mg Injection.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Fever

• Back Pain

• Drowsiness

• Changes In Urine Frequency

• Skin Rash

• Abdominal Pain

• Headache

• Bitter Taste

• Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 to 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed immediately after intravenous infusion,

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency have been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use during breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Vancozen 500Mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Gufivan 500Mg Injection

  Gufic Bioscience Ltd

• Vancomycin 500mg Injection

  Astra Zeneca

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• India

• United States

• Japan

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

This medicine belongs to the class glycopeptides. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall biosynthesis and stops the growth of the bacteria. It functions by altering the cell wall permeability of bacteria and also the synthesis of RNA.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Metformin

  Vancozen 500Mg Injection may increase the concentration of metformin if taken together. Inform the doctor if you are receiving these medicines and report if you develop any symptoms of weakness, muscle pain, fainting and slow heart rate. An alternate class of medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Cholera Vaccine

  Cholera vaccine should not be administered if the patient has taken Vancozen 500Mg Injection within 14 days before vaccination. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Ketorolac

  Vancozen 500Mg Injection may increase the risk of kidney injury if taken with ketorolac or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Inform the doctor if you have any kidney disease or receiving any pain medications. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary. An alternate class of medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

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