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Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion, Pack of 1 Liquid
Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion, Pack of 1 Liquid
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Composition :

VANCOMYCIN-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Gufic Criti Care

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

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About Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion

Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion belongs to a class of antibiotics called glycopeptide, primarily used to treat severe bacterial infections in hospitalised patients. It is effective against bacterial infections like ulcerative colitis (chronic inflammation of the colon), bacterial septicemia (infection of the blood caused by bacteria), and osteomyelitis (infection of the bone). Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness.

Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is composed of 'Vancomycin'. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall), which is needed for them to survive.

Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer it. Common side effects of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion are application site reactions like pain, redness, and swelling. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you have liver/kidney diseases, hearing problems, and stomach/intestinal disorders before starting Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. Do not use Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion while getting vaccinated with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion may affect vaccines' activity. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before starting Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent any undesired effects while using Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion should be used for children only when prescribed by a doctor, depending on the child's age and body weight.

Uses of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion

Bacterial Infections.

Directions for Use

It will be injected by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is composed of 'Vancomycin'. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) needed to survive. Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion used to treat severe bacterial infections in hospitalised patients. It is effective against bacterial infections like ulcerative colitis (chronic inflammation of the colon), bacterial septicemia (infection of the blood caused by bacteria), osteomyelitis (infection of the bone), endocarditis (infection of the inner lining of the heart ), skin and soft tissue infection, surgical prophylaxis (infections during surgery) and lower respiratory tract infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Talk to your doctor about oral potassium supplements.
  • Eat potassium rich foods such as bananas, avocados, oranges, dark leafy greens, beans and peas, fish, spinach, milk and tomatoes.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Here are the steps to manage Gastrointestinal Air and Swelling (GAS) caused by medication:
  • Tell your doctor about your GAS symptoms. They may change your medication regimen or prescribe additional drugs to help you manage them.
  • To manage GAS symptoms, eat a balanced diet of fibre, vegetables, and fruits.
  • Drink enough water throughout the day to avoid constipation and treat GAS symptoms.
  • Regular exercise like yoga and walking may help stimulate digestion and alleviate GAS symptoms.
  • Take probiotics only if your doctor advises, as they may help alleviate GAS symptoms by promoting gut health.
  • Take medication for GAS symptoms only if your doctor advises, as certain medications can interact with your existing prescriptions or worsen symptoms.
  • If symptoms persist, worsen, or are accompanied by severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or bleeding, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you are allergic reactions to any medicines. Some rare cases may cause serious side effects like hearing problems (such as ringing in the ears, and hearing loss) and signs of kidney problems (such as a change in the amount of urine), please stop using the medicine in such cases and consult your doctor immediately. Do not use Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion while getting vaccinated with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion may affect vaccines' activity. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent any undesired effects while using Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion should be used for children only when prescribed by a doctor, depending on the child's age and body weight.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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VancomycinCidofovir
Critical
VancomycinIopromide
Severe

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VancomycinCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Cidofovir can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Cidofovir is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm.
VancomycinIopromide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iopromide can increase the risk of kidney damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion together with Iopromide may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinIodamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iodamide can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iodamide may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Tacrolimus can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Tacrolimus may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinIoxilan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Combining Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Ioxilan can increase the effect of Ioxilan.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion together with Ioxilan may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinDiatrizoic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Diatrizoic acid can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Diatrizoic acid may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinDeferasirox
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Deferasirox can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Deferasirox may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinIohexol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iohexol can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iohexol may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinIoversol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Ioversol can increase the risk of kidney damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion together with Ioversol may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythms. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
VancomycinPiperacillin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion:
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Piperacillin can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Piperacillin may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Taking probiotics after an antibiotic treatment reduces the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. 
  • Try taking yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi that help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet that is easily digested by your gut bacteria. Fibre foods may also help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. 
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep. 

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FAQs

Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion contains Vancomycin which kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall), which is needed for them to survive.

Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion can affect the live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease its effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion if you are undergoing any vaccinations.

Diarrhoea can be a side-effect of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is also reported during the usage of antibiotics like Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. Therefore, when the patient has diarrhoea, undergoing an examination is advised to rule out the chances of CDAD following Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion therapy.

While using Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion, caution should be exercised for patients with a history of kidney impairment, hearing problems, newborns, and the elderly population.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CHOLERA VACCINE
  • TYPHOID VACCINE
  • AMIKACIN
  • GENTAMICIN
  • BACITRACIN
  • ENOXAPARIN
  • WARFARIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • INSULIN GLARGINE
  • METFORMIN
  • ETHINYLESTRADIOL
  • KETOROLAC
  • PANTOPRAZOLE

Special Advise

Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function and hearing while taking this medicine.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria occur in three basic shapes: spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have a thick cell wall) or gram-negative (do not have a cell wall). Some common symptoms of a bacterial infection include cough, fever, shortness of breath, chills, muscle pain, fatigue, and tiredness. Untreated bacterial infections may lead to serious life-threatening conditions like sepsis.

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