Vancocin (Vancomycin) is a prescription medication used to treat infection of the intestine caused by Clostridium difficile after antibiotic treatment. This drug is also used to treat staph infections that can cause colon and small intestine inflammation. The active ingredient in Vancocin is Vancomycin. Vancomycin belongs to a class of drugs called glycopeptide antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria in the intestines. Vancocin is used to treat only bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Avoid taking antibiotics when they are not needed, as it increases the risk of getting an infection resistant to antibiotic treatment.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Vancocin from Canada manufactured by Searchlight Pharma in the strength of 125 mg and 250 mg capsules. The generic Vancomycin is also available from Canada by a different manufacturer in the strength of 5 gm vials.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while using Vancocin. The most common side effects of Vancocin may include the following:
• Nausea;
• Taste changes;
• Vomiting
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Severe skin rash;
• Signs of a severe allergic reaction, including breathing difficulties, swelling of the mouth, tongue, lips, or throat
These are not all of the side effects of Vancocin. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Vancocin if you are allergic to Vancomycin or any ingredient in Vancocin. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant;
• Are receiving intravenous antibiotics;
• Have an intestinal disorder like ulcerative colitis, Chron’s disease, or inflammatory bowel disease;
• Have hearing problems;
• Have kidney disease
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Vancocin and tobramycin, tuberculosis vaccine, cisplatin, cisatracurium, etc. Avoid NSAIDs like ibuprofen, typhoid vaccine, or sodium picosulfate with Vancocin. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Vancocin should only be used in pregnancy if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. Vancocin passes into breast milk, and it may affect your nursing infant. Take Vancocin precisely as prescribed by your doctor. Vancomycin is administered via injection into a vein. Inject each dose slowly over at least one hour. Take Vancocin 3-4 times a day for 7-10 days. Swallow the capsules whole with water. It is best to take this drug at the same time every day to help you remember. You should begin to feel better for the first few days after taking Vancocin. If your symptoms persist or worsen, contact your doctor. Finish your prescription even if you feel better. If you stop taking Vancocin too soon or miss doses, your infection may not be completely cured, and the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics. Keep this medicine in its original container, out of sight and reach of children. Store in a dry place away from excess heat and moisture.
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