Vanconis 500mg Injection

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Composition FOR Vanconis 500mg Powder for Injection

Vancomycin(500mg)

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Consuming alcohol with Vanconis 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Vanconis 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vanconis 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Vanconis 500mg Powder for Injection

Vancomycin(500mg)

Vanconis powder for injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It treats infections of skin & soft tissues, blood, heart, bones and lungs (pneumonia).

How vanconis powder for injection works

Vanconis 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Common side effects of vanconis powder for injection

Renal injury, Breathlessness, Vomiting, Nausea, Decreased potassium level in blood, Abdominal pain, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Ringing in ear, Phlebitis, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Flatulence, Hearing loss, Renal toxicity, Hypersensitivity, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Headache, Fever, Peripheral edema, Fatigue, Urinary tract infection, Back pain, Red man syndrome

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Expert advice FOR Vanconis Powder for Injection

  • You  have been prescribed Vancomycin to treat serious bacterial infections of the heart, blood, bones, and soft tissues.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • It should be taken slowly via a drip. Fast infusion can lead to reactions such as low blood pressure, wheezing, shortness of breath or itching.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function and your hearing while you are taking this medicine.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the level of this medicine in your blood.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Vanconis 500mg Powder for Injection

Vancomycin

Q. How long does Vanconis 500mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Vanconis 500mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Content on this page was last updated on 12 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)