Vancocin Dosage
Generic name: VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE 125mg
Dosage form: capsule
Drug class: Glycopeptide antibiotics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 25, 2023.
Adults
VANCOCIN capsules are used in treating C. difficile-associated diarrhea and staphylococcal enterocolitis.
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- C. difficile-associated diarrhea: The recommended dose is 125 mg administered orally 4 times daily for 10 days.
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- Staphylococcal enterocolitis: Total daily dosage is 500 mg to 2 g administered orally in 3 or 4 divided doses for 7 to 10 days.
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