Vmycin Information

Vmycin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Peritonitis. Other than this, Vmycin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vmycin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Vmycin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Vmycin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Vmycin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Vmycin related warnings talks about Vmycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Vmycin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vmycin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Vmycin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vmycin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Vmycin Benefits & Uses
Vmycin Dosage & How to Take
Vmycin Side Effects
Vmycin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vmycin with Other Drugs
Vmycin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vmycin
Vmycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vmycin Benefits & Uses

Vmycin 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

Vmycin 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

Vmycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Vmycin safe for pregnant women?

Vmycin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Vmycin safe during breastfeeding?

Vmycin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Vmycin on the Kidneys?

Vmycin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Vmycin on the Liver?

Vmycin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Vmycin on the Heart?

You can take Vmycin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vmycin with Other Drugs

Vmycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Moderate

Vmycin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Vmycin

Is this Vmycin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Vmycin is addictive.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Vmycin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Vmycin only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Vmycin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Vmycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vmycin

Taking Vmycin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vmycin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Vmycin.

Unknown