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Vancomycin Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: VANCOMICINA AZEVEDOS
Strength: 1 g | Form: Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion
Price in UAE: AED 45.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Vancomycin Hydrochloride

Class: | Glycopeptide antibiotic Use: | Treatment of serious or severe infections caused by susceptible strains of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), other Gram-positive bacteria, and for patients who cannot receive or have failed to respond to other antibiotics. Adult dose: | 15-20 mg/kg every 8-12 hours, adjusted based on renal function and serum concentration monitoring. Pediatric dose: | 10-15 mg/kg every 6-8 hours, adjusted based on age, weight, renal function, and se

Drug Class

Glycopeptide antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of serious or severe infections caused by susceptible strains of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), other Gram-positive bacteria, and for patients who cannot receive or have failed to respond to other antibiotics.

Storage Requirements

Store the powder at room temperature, 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Reconstituted solutions should be used promptly or stored under refrigeration and used within 24 hours.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Azevedos Industria Farmaceutica S.A., PORTUGAL

Package Size

1 Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 45.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

15-20 mg/kg every 8-12 hours, adjusted based on renal function and serum concentration monitoring.

Pediatric Dose

10-15 mg/kg every 6-8 hours, adjusted based on age, weight, renal function, and serum concentration monitoring.

Side Effects

Nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, infusion-related reactions (e.g., "red man syndrome"), rash, fever, neutropenia, phlebitis.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to vancomycin or any component of the formulation. Use with caution in patients with renal impairment or hearing loss.

Important Warnings

Risk of nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity, especially with high serum concentrations or prolonged use. Infuse slowly over at least 60 minutes to reduce the risk of infusion-related reactions. Monitor renal function and auditory function in at-risk patients.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Vancomycin Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

CINAVAN 500 mg Powder For Solution For Injection STERILE VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE, USP 1 g Powder For Solution For Injection STERILE VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE, USP 500 mg Powder For Solution For Injection VANCOLAB 1 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion VANCOLAB 500 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion VANCOLON 1 g Powder For Solution For Injection VANCOLON 500 mg Powder For Solution For Injection VANCOMICINA AZEVEDOS 1 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion VANCOMICINA AZEVEDOS 1 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion VANCOMICINA AZEVEDOS 500 mg Powder For Solution For Intavenous Infusion

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See also: Other Glycopeptide antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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