Vanlid 250mg Capsule (Vancomycin 250mg)

Description

Vanlid 250 MG Capsule is used for the treatment of clostridium difficile associated colitis (an infection of the intestine) characterized by watery diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, dehydration, loss of appetite, etc. It is also used to treat enterocolitis, an inflammation of the inner linings on both the small intestine and the colon caused by Staphylococcus aureus.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Vanlid 250 MG Capsule
Dry mouth
Fever
Frequent urge to urinate
Drowsiness
Increased thirst
Nausea and vomiting
Rapid weight gain
Headache
Difficulty in breathing
Excessive air or gas in stomach

Uses of Vanlid 250 MG Capsule

What is it prescribed for?
Clostridium difficile associated colitis
This medicine is used for the treatment of clostridium difficile associated colitis (an infection of the intestine) characterized by watery diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, dehydration, loss of appetite, fever, etc.
Enterocolitis
This medicine is used to treat enterocolitis, an inflammation of the inner linings on both the small intestine and the colon caused by Staphylococcus aureus.

Related Products

List of related products
Vanlid 250 MG Injection
Vanlid 500 MG Injection
Vanlid 500 MG Tablet

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to vancomycin or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
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 creatinine clearance (CrCl). Any signs and symptoms of kidney injury like fluid accumulation, weight gain should be reported to the doctor.
Drug-resistance
Usage of this medicine 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 are drug-resistant.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Metformin
Ethinyl Estradiol
Ketorolac
Live vaccines
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.