Vancogen 1 Injection Information

Vancogen 1 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Peritonitis. The alternative uses of Vancogen 1 Injection have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Vancogen 1 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Vancogen 1 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Vancogen 1 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vancogen 1 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Vancogen 1 Injection related warnings talks about Vancogen 1 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Vancogen 1 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Vancogen 1 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Vancogen 1 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Vancogen 1 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Vancogen Benefits & Uses
Vancogen Dosage & How to Take
Vancogen Side Effects
Vancogen Related Warnings
Vancogen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vancogen
Vancogen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vancogen 1 Injection Benefits & Uses

Vancogen 1 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Endocarditis
Meningitis
Pneumonia
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Blood Infection
Osteomyelitis
Skin Infections
Head Injury

Vancogen 1 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Vancogen 1 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Vancogen 1 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Vancogen shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Vancogen 1 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Vancogen does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Vancogen 1 Injection on the Kidneys?

Vancogen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Vancogen 1 Injection on the Liver?

Vancogen is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Vancogen 1 Injection on the Heart?

Vancogen is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Vancogen 1 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vancogen 1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Vancogen 1 Injection

Is this Vancogen 1 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Vancogen 1 Injection.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Vancogen 1 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Vancogen 1 Injection only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Vancogen 1 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Vancogen 1 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vancogen 1 Injection

You can take Vancogen 1 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vancogen 1 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vancogen 1 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown