Generic equivalent of Vancomycin, vancomycin hydrochloride
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Vancomycin hydrochloride is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Vancomycin, vancomycin hydrochloride. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Vancomycin hydrochloride through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Injection, USP is indicated for the treatment of serious or severe infections caused by susceptible strains of methicillin-resistant (β-lactam-resistant) staphylococci. It is indicated for penicillin-allergic patients, for patients who cannot receive or who have failed to respond to other drugs, including the penicillins or cephalosporins, and for infections caused by vancomycin-susceptible organisms that are resistant to other antimicrobial drugs. Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Injection, USP is indicated for initial therapy when methicillin-resistant staphylococci are suspected, but after susceptibility data are available, therapy should be…
WARNINGS Infusion Reactions Rapid bolus administration (e.g., over several minutes) may be associated with exaggerated hypotension, including shock and rarely cardiac arrest. Vancomycin hydrochloride should be administered in a diluted solution over a period of not less than 60 minutes to avoid rapid-infusion-related reactions. Stopping the infusion usually results in prompt cessation of these reactions. Nephrotoxicity Systemic vancomycin exposure may result in acute kidney injury (AKI). The ris…
ADVERSE REACTIONS Infusion-Related Events During or soon after rapid infusion of vancomycin hydrochloride, patients may develop anaphylactoid reactions, including hypotension (see ANIMAL PHARMACOLOGY ), wheezing, dyspnea, urticaria, or pruritus. Rapid infusion may also cause flushing of the upper body (“red neck”) or pain and muscle spasm of the chest and back. These reactions usually resolve within 20 minutes but may persist for several hours. Such events are infrequent if vancomycin hydrochlor…
Drug Interactions Concomitant administration of vancomycin and anesthetic agents has been associated with erythema and histamine-like flushing (see Pediatric Use - PRECAUTIONS ) and anaphylactoid reactions (see ADVERSE REACTIONS ). Monitor renal function in patients receiving vancomycin and concurrent and/or sequential systemic or topical use of other potentially, neurotoxic and/or nephrotoxic drugs, such as amphotericin B, aminoglycosides, bacitracin, polymyxin B, colistin, viomycin, or cisplat…
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The intent of the pharmacy bulk package for this product is for preparation of solutions for IV infusion only. Infusion-related events are related to both the concentration and the rate of administration of vancomycin. Concentrations of no more than 5 mg per mL and rates of no more than 10 mg/min, are recommended in adults (see also age-specific recommendations). In selected patients in need of fluid restriction, a concentration up to 10 mg per mL may be used; use of su…
Information for Patients Severe Dermatologic Reactions Advise patients about the signs and symptoms of serious skin manifestations. Instruct patients to stop Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Injection, USP immediately and promptly seek medical attention at the first signs or symptoms of skin rash, mucosal lesions and blisters (see WARNINGS ). Patients should be counseled that antibacterial drugs including Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Injection, USP should only be used to treat bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections (e.g., the common cold). When Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Inject…
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| VANCOMYCIN HCL INJECTION 10GM | 2-Day |
| VANCOMYCIN 250 MG 20 CAP | 2-Day |
| VANCOMYCIN 250 MG 50 CAP | 2-Day |
| VANCOMYCIN HCL INJ 5G PHARMACY BULK VIAL Sagent Pharmaceuticals | 2-Day |
Premier Pharma stocks 4 Vancomycin hydrochloride SKUs — 0 currently in stock — available to licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices. Vancomycin hydrochloride is the generic equivalent of Vancomycin. Create a free account to see live wholesale pricing and place orders with same-day fulfillment for in-stock items.
Premier Pharma carries Vancomycin hydrochloride in 10 g/100mL, 250 mg/1, 5 g/100mL and CAPSULE, INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION. Available from manufacturers including Sagent Pharmaceuticals.
Vancomycin hydrochloride carries an FDA Orange Book TE code of AP. Therapeutically equivalent — injectable aqueous solution. Always verify substitution with the current Orange Book before dispensing.
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