Vancomycin: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Vancomycin is a glycopeptide antibiotic usually given by injection. It is a prescription medicine used for serious infections caused by MRSA, blood infections, endocarditis, and C. difficile diarrhoea (oral). In Pakistan it is available as injections, made by 8 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Vancomycin works

Vancomycin blocks the building of the bacterial cell wall.

What is Vancomycin used for?

• Serious infections caused by MRSA
• Blood infections
• Endocarditis
• And C. difficile diarrhoea (oral)

Vancomycin injection is used in hospital for serious infections caused by resistant bacteria such as MRSA, including blood, bone, heart valve and lung infections. Oral vancomycin is used for C. difficile diarrhoea.

Side effects of Vancomycin

Common side effects of Vancomycin include:

• Pain or redness at the drip site
• Flushing or rash during the infusion
• Nausea

Tell the medical team about ringing in the ears, hearing changes or reduced urine.

Precautions and warnings

• It is given only in hospital or clinic settings by trained healthcare professionals, who monitor the patient during treatment.
• Tell the medical team about allergies, other medicines and any kidney, liver or heart problems.
• Blood levels and kidney function are monitored.

Frequently asked questions about Vancomycin

What is the price of Vancomycin in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Vancomycin products currently in stock range from Rs 1,030 to Rs 3,287 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Vancorin 500mg Injection at Rs 1,030. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Vancomycin are available in Pakistan?

Vancomycin is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Vancorin (Aster), Vinjec (Bosch Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Vancomycin (Xellia Pharmaceuticals), Hisun (Biocare), Cinva (CCL Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Vancres (Crest Pharmaceuticals), Vancom (Genix Pharma Ltd) and Vanbact (Nabiqasim Industries Ltd), along with 1 more brands listed below.

Do I need a prescription for Vancomycin?

Yes. Vancomycin is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Are all Vancomycin brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Vancomycin in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Vancomycin brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 17 products containing Vancomycin from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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