Vanlid 250 mg Capsule 10's belongs to the class of 'glycopeptide antibiotics', primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the intestines. It is effective in treating Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea and enterocolitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus.
Vanlid 250 mg Capsule 10's contains 'Vancomycin' that has a bactericidal (kills bacteria) effect. It works by preventing bacterial cell wall synthesis, resulting in bacterial cell death. Vanlid 250 mg Capsule 10's effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus (including methicillin-resistant isolates) and Clostridium difficile isolates.
Take Vanlid 250 mg Capsule 10's as advised by your doctor. Common side effects of this medicine include abdominal pain, nausea, and low potassium levels. 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.
Avoid taking Vanlid 250 mg Capsule 10's if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor of your complete medical history, including any liver/kidney diseases, gastrointestinal diseases (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease), and hearing problems. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Vanlid 250 mg Capsule 10's. Safety and effectiveness of Vanlid 250 mg Capsule 10's in patients below 18 years of age have not been established.