Vancogen 500 Injection

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10 ml Injection in 1 Bottle
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10 ML INJECTION 1 Bottle ₹ 294
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  • Contains / Salt: Vancomycin (500 mg)
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Vancogen 500 Injection Information

Vancogen 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Peritonitis. The alternative uses of Vancogen 500 Injection have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Vancogen 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vancogen 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vancogen 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Vancogen 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Vancogen 500 Injection related warnings talks about Vancogen 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Vancogen 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vancogen 500 Injection in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Vancogen 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Vancogen 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vancogen 500 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Vancogen 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Vancogen 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Vancogen 500 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 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vancogen 500 Injection is used -

Moderate

  • Peripheral Edema
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)

Mild

Vancogen 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Vancogen 500 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 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Vancogen does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Vancogen 500 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Vancogen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Vancogen 500 Injection on the Liver?


    Vancogen is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Vancogen 500 Injection on the Heart?


    Vancogen is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Vancogen 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vancogen 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Vancogen 500 Injection

  • Is this Vancogen 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Vancogen 500 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 500 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Vancogen 500 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 500 Injection for mental disorders.

    No

Vancogen 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Vancogen 500 Injection


    You can take Vancogen 500 Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Vancogen 500 Injection


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vancogen 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vancomycin Hydrochloride

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 757

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1246-1248

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