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Vanlid 500mg Tablet

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Vanlid 500mg Tablet

Salts
Rs 273 Only

Vanlid 500mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat a particular type of bloody diarrhea that may rarely happen after the overuse of antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of the causative bacteria known as Clostridium difficile.Vanlid 500mg Tablet is only effective in treating Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea and is not useful for treating other types of diarrhea or any other infection in the body. It may be used for treating adults as well as children. This medicine is taken orally, with or without food. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.Side effects that may be seen with this medicine include wheezing, kidney (renal) injury, shortness of breath, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and decreased blood pressure. Keeping yourself well hydrated will help to prevent any dizziness.Inform your doctor if you have a history of an allergic reaction to this medication in the past. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function and hearing function while you are taking this medicine.


Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Vanlid 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. Pregnancy: Vanlid 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. Breastfeeding: Vanlid 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Driving: Vanlid 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. Kidney: Vanlid 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vanlid 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function test and some blood tests is advised while you are taking this medicine. Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Vanlid 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If Forget: If you miss a dose of Vanlid 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Habit Forming: No

10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Physical Form: tablet

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Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common Side Effects : Breathlessness Vomiting Nausea Decreased potassium level in blood Abdominal pain Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils) Phlebitis Hypotension (low blood pressure) Flatulence Hearing loss Renal toxicity Headache Fever Peripheral edema Fatigue Urinary tract infection Back pain Red man syndrome
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Vanlid 500mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat a particular type of bloody diarrhea that may rarely happen after the overuse of antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of the causative bacteria known as Clostridium difficile.Vanlid 500mg Tablet is only effective in treating Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea and is not useful for treating other types of diarrhea or any other infection in the body. It may be used for treating adults as well as children. This medicine is taken orally, with or without food. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.Side effects that may be seen with this medicine include wheezing, kidney (renal) injury, shortness of breath, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and decreased blood pressure. Keeping yourself well hydrated will help to prevent any dizziness.Inform your doctor if you have a history of an allergic reaction to this medication in the past. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function and hearing function while you are taking this medicine.
Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Vanlid 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. Pregnancy: Vanlid 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. Breastfeeding: Vanlid 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Driving: Vanlid 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. Kidney: Vanlid 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vanlid 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function test and some blood tests is advised while you are taking this medicine. Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Vanlid 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vanlid 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Vanlid 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
In Clostridium difficile associated diarrheaDiarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Vanlid 500mg Tablet helps to treat diarrhea with bloody discharge that is caused due to a bacteria called Clostridium difficile. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.