VANLID CAP

Overview

VANLID CAP is a Schedule H1 antibiotic.

VANLID CAP is composed of: VANCOMYCIN (250 MG)

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

Precautions for VANLID CAP and its Constituents


  • 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

Available Alternatives for VANLID CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

VANKING 250MG INJINR 269 for 1 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG
VANLID 250MG CAPINR 1039.5 for 10 CAPSULESVANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG
VANLID 250MG INJINR 290 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 250.0 MG
VANLID CAPINR 990 for 10 CAPSULESVANCOMYCIN 250 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CEFIRONE V 1000MG/500MG INJINR 390 for 1 INJECTIONCEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
CELOVAN 1000MG INJINR 650 for 1 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
FORSTAF 500MG INJINR 335 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
G VANC 500MG INJINR 330.47 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
GUFIVAN 500MG INJINR 353.23 for 1 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
MEGO 1000MG INJINR 681.68 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
MEGO 500MG INJINR 14 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANACIN CP 1000MG INJINR 337.5 for 20 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
VANACIN CP 500MG INJINR 112.5 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCO CP 500MG INJINR 342.86 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCO PLUS 1000MG/500MG INJINR 428 for 10 ML INJECTIONCEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCO PLUS 2000MG/1000MG INJINR 845 for 1 INJECTIONCEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
VANCOCIN 500MG INJINR 319.33 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOCIN CP 500MG INJINR 383.2 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOCIP 500MG INJINR 365 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOGEN 1GM INJINR 574 for 1 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANCOGEN 500MG INJINR 369 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOGRAM 500MG INJINR 344.48 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOLYM 500MG INJINR 385 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOMYCINVANCOMYCIN
VANCOMYCIN 500MG INJINR 113.8 for 1 POWDER FOR INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOMYCIN 500MG TABINR for VANCOMYCIN 500 MG
VANCOMYCIN C.P 500MG INJINR 281.25 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOMYCIN INJINR 281.25 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500 MG
VANCORAY 500MG INJINR 369 for 1 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOSA 1GM INJINR 680 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANCOTECH CP 500MG INJINR 347 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOTROY 500MG INJINR 361 for 5 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOWAR CP 500MG INJINR 347.1 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANCOZEN 1GM INJINR 680 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANCOZEN 500MG INJINR 326.92 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANKING 1GM INJINR 591 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANKING 500MG INJINR 368 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANLID 500MG INJINR 372.6 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANLID 500MG TABINR 200 for 10 TABLETSVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANSAFE CP 1 GM INJINR 554.18 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANSAFE CP 500MG INJINR 367.8 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VANTOX CP 1GM INJINR 500 for 1 INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 1.0 GM
VANTOX CP 500MG INJINR 274.03 for 2 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
VMYCIN 500MG INJINR 299 for 10 ML INJECTIONVANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
XL V 1000MG/500MG INJINR 360 for 1 INJECTIONCEFTRIAXONE 1000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 500.0 MG
XL V 2000MG/1000MG INJINR 672.33 for 1 INJECTIONCEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
XPLOCEF 2000MG/1000MG INJINR 717.13 for 20 ML INJECTIONCEFTRIAXONE 2000.0 MG, VANCOMYCIN 1000.0 MG
XPLOCEF INJINR 700 for 10 ML INJECTIONCEFTRIAXONE 3.0 GM, VANCOMYCIN