Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion
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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
Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections, especially when other antibiotics are contraindicated or ineffective, or when the bacteria are resistant to standard antibiotics. The detailed uses of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion are as follows:
- Bloodstream infections: Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is used in hospitalized patients to treat bacterial septicemia (sepsis), helping to eliminate infections from the bloodstream.
- Infective Endocarditis: Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is effective in treating infective endocarditis (infection of the heart lining and valves), especially when caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) .
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections: Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is commonly used to treat pneumonia (lung infection) acquired during hospital stays, particularly in patients at high risk of MRSA infection.
- Bone and Joint Infections: Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is also prescribed for infections of the bone (osteomyelitis) and joints (septic arthritis) caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is effective in managing bacterial infections of the skin and underlying tissues, such as infected wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis.
- Intra-abdominal Infections: Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is used to treat infections within the abdominal cavity, such as peritonitis and abdominal abscesses.
- Bacterial Meningitis: Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is administered in combination with other antibiotics to treat meningitis (infection of the brain and spinal cord), particularly when caused by resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae.
- Prophylaxis in Surgical Procedure Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion may be given prophylactically before heart or joint surgeries, especially in patients at high risk of MRSA infection or those allergic to beta-lactam antibiotics.
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Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor’s recommendations on the dosage and timing of this medication to achieve optimal results.
- Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion will be administered by a healthcare professional.
- Do not self-administer.
Key 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.
How Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion Works
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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.
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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.
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iopamidol can increase the risk of kidney damage.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion together with Iopamidol 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.
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.
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Cytomegalovirus immunoglobulin can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Cytomegalovirus immunoglobulin may result in an interaction, they can be taken 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.
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iodixanol can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Iodixanol 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.
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Human immunoglobulin can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Human immunoglobulin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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.
Coadministration of Mefenamic acid with Tenofovir disoproxil can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Tenofovir disoproxil may result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if a doctor prescribes it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, 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.
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Teicoplanin can increase the risk or severity of kidney and hearing problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Teicoplanin may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience Breathlessness, decreased blood pressure, Wheezing, or Flushing (a sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk). Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Temsirolimus can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion with Temsirolimus 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.
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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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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Pregnancy
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Please consult your doctor before taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion can be excreted into breast milk when used by a nursing mother. Please consult your doctor before taking Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
There is limited data on how Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion affects your driving ability. Please seek medical advice for more information.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver diseases.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney diseases.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion should be used for children only when prescribed by a doctor, depending on the child's age and body weight.
Heart
Limited information is available; please consult your doctor.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion can be administered in elderly patients with extreme caution, if prescribed by the physician.
FAQs
Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is 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).
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.
Yes, Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion is an antibiotic. It contains vancomycin as its active ingredient, which belongs to the class of medications called glycopeptide antibiotics.
The dose of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion varies depending on the severity of the infection and the patient's condition. However, your doctor will determine the exact dose and duration based on your specific condition. Do not self-administer.
Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion typically starts working soon after intravenous infusion. However, it may take a few days to notice significant improvement in symptoms. It's important to complete the full course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
The common side effects of Gufivan 500Mg Injfusion are pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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