Vanmycetin 1% is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Vanmycetin 1% also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Vanmycetin 1% 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Vanmycetin 1% side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Vanmycetin 1% normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Vanmycetin 1% has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vanmycetin 1%'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Vanmycetin 1% since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vanmycetin 1% are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Vanmycetin 1% have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Vanmycetin 1%, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Vanmycetin 1% is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vanmycetin 1% is used -
Mild
Is the use of Vanmycetin 1% safe for pregnant women?
Vanmycetin 1% shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Vanmycetin 1% safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Vanmycetin 1%. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Vanmycetin 1% on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Vanmycetin 1% on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Vanmycetin 1% on the Liver?
Vanmycetin 1% may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vanmycetin 1% on the Heart?
Vanmycetin 1% may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Vanmycetin 1% should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vanmycetin 1% unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vanmycetin 1% habit forming or addictive?
Vanmycetin 1% does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Vanmycetin 1% since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Vanmycetin 1% should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Vanmycetin 1% is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vanmycetin 1%
Some foods when eaten with Vanmycetin 1% can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vanmycetin 1%
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vanmycetin 1% with alcohol will be.
Yes, Vanmycetin 1% can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
Yes, Vanmycetin 1% can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.
Vanmycetin 1% is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Vanmycetin 1% can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Vanmycetin 1% is an antibiotic. It contains chloramphenicol which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
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