₨ 1,020.00
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Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Vancomycin
- Manufactured by : Julphar/Raw Drug
- Drug Strength : 1 gm
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : 1 vial
- Product SKU : pg_23706_32793
Vancolone Injection contains Vancomycin | belongs to Glycopeptide
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How it works
Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial works by inhibiting the growth of the bacteria by interfering with the bacterial cell wall synthesis
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
- Fever severe
- Back pain severe
- Drowsiness severe
- Changes in urine frequency severe
- Skin rash severe
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Bitter taste
- Excessive air or gas in stomach
Uses of Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
What is it prescribed for?
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Bacterial Septicemia
Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial is used in the treatment of septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.
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Endocarditis
Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial 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
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Osteomyelitis
Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial is used in the treatment of bone infections like osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.
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Skin and Soft tissue infections
Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial is used to treat skin and soft tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.
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Surgical prophylaxis
Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial is used to treat infections during surgery caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Not recommended in the patients allergic to Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial .
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Hearing problem
Excessive intravenous doses of this medicine may alter the hearing ability. Any symptoms of the hearing problem should be reported to the doctor.
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Impaired kidney function
This medicine may increase the risk of kidney injury, especially in the elderly population. The dose of this medicine should be adjusted based on the CrCl. Any signs and symptoms of kidney injury like fluid accumulation, weight gain should be reported to the doctor.
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Drug-resistance
Usage of Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
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.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
General Instructions
Take Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial as instructed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent the irritation in the intestine. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting the doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Vancomycin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/vancomycin-285-api [cited 1 october 2019]. 16 Nov 2017
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Vancomycin [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=06dcfd36-942f-4752-86ad-4c5a6fc3e48f [cited 1 october 2019]. January 30, 2018
- medlineplus.gov - Vancomycin [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a604038.html [cited 1 october 2019]. 11 September 2019
How to use Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
IV: Administer vancomycin by IV intermittent infusion over at least 60 min at a final conc not to exceed 5 mg/ mL. Administration of antihistamines just before the infusion may also prevent or minimize Red man syndrome.
Compatibility: Stable in dextran 6% in NS, D5W, D5% NS, RL, D5% RL, NS, D10W.
Y-site administration:
Drug to Drug IV Compatibility: Acyclovir, amikacin, amiodarone, bumetanide, calcium gluconate, cimetidine, cisatracurium, diltiazem, diphenhydramine, dobutamine, dopamine, enalapril, epinephrine, esmolol, famotidine, fentanyl, fluconazole, gentamicin, hydromorphone, imipenem, insulin regular, labetalol, levofloxacin, linezolid, lorazepam, magnesium sulphate, meropenem, methylprednisolone, metoclopramide, midazolam, milrinone, morphine, nitroglycerin, nitroprusside, norepinephrine, ondansetron, phenylephrine, ranitidine, tobramycin, vasopressin, vecuronium.
Drug to Drug IV Incompatibility: Albumin, amphotericin B cholesteryl sulphate complex, cefepime, furosemide, gatifloxacin, heparin, idarubicin, lansoprazole, omeprazole, piperacillin/tazobactam.
In syringe: Incompatible with heparin.
When admixed: Incompatible with amobarbital, chloramphenicol, chlorothiazide, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, penicillin G potassium, pentobarbital, phenobarbital, phenytoin.
Stability: Store vials at 20°C-25°C (68°F-77°F). After initial reconstitution with SWFI, D5W or NS, solutions are stable for 14 days if refrigerated. After further dilution with D5W or NS, the solution may be stored in a refrigerator for 14 days without significant loss of potency. Solutions diluted with D5NS, RL, D5RL may be stored in a refrigerator for 96 hours. Store pharmacy bulk packages at 20°C-25°C (68°F-77°F). Discard pharmacy bulk packages no later than 4 hours after initial closure puncture.
what are the adverse effects of Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial?
Infusion related events (anaphylactoid reactions, flushing), nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, neutropenia, nausea, chills, fever, rashes, eosinophilia, phlebitis, decreased BP, dyspnoea, stridor, pruritus, mucosal inflammation, eosinophilia, phlebitis, severe pain at inj site, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, bullous dermatosis (discontinue).
What happens if I miss a dose of Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial?
IV: Adults: 500 mg every 6 hr or 1 gm every 12 hr. Children: 10 mg/kg every 6 hr. Infants & Neonates: 15 mg/kg 1 dose then 10 mg/kg every 12 hr for 1st wk of life, & every 8 hr up to 1 mth of age.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Vancolone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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