VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics. It is used to treat various bacterial infections in the body. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection.

VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM contains Ceftriaxone (third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic) and Vancomycin (a tricyclic glycopeptide antibiotic). Together, Ceftriaxone and vancomycin work by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria. Thus, VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM helps in treating bacterial infection.

VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM may cause injection site reactions, diarrhoea, rashes, changes in results of blood and liver tests, abdominal pain, nausea, abnormalities in the number of white blood cells and platelets, and low potassium levels. Most of these side effects of VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Let your doctor know about your medical and medication history to avoid the occurrence of potential interactions. VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM should only be given during pregnancy when the need has been established. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant or plan to have a baby; your doctor will weigh the benefits of VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM therapy against the risk to your baby. Breastfeeding should be avoided unless instructed by the doctor. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while on treatment with VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM.

Ceftriaxone and Vancomycin are both present in VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM. Vancomycin is a tricyclic glycopeptide antibiotic, whereas Ceftriaxone is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Ceftriaxone and Vancomycin have been shown to be effective in treating a variety of bacterial infections while having no adverse effects on the liver or kidney. The medicine was well tolerated by the patients, with no serious side effects.

• Injection site reactions
• Diarrhoea
• Rashes
• Changes in results of blood and liver tests
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Abnormalities in the number of white blood cells and platelets
• Low potassium levels

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, discuss with your doctor about the risks and benefits before taking VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM. For effective outcomes, it is recommended that you complete the entire course of VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM as prescribed by your doctor. If you are receiving or scheduled for vaccines, inform your doctor before receiving VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM. VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM should be used cautiously in people with Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea and hyperbilirubinemia (too much bilirubin in blood). It is recommended not to use if you are allergic to any component in VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM. So, before taking VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM, inform your doctor about all of your medical problems, sensitivities, and medications.

Drug-Drug Interactions: VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM may interact with folic acid analogues (e.g. leucovorin, levoleucovorin), immunosuppressive medications (e.g. Mycophenolate mofetil, mycophenolic acid), antiviral medications (e.g. adefovir) and certain vaccinations (BCG vaccine, Cholera vaccine live, Typhoid vaccine live).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol consumption should be avoided.

Drug-Disease Interactions: VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM may interact with certain disease conditions, including colitis (inflammation in your colon), hearing loss, tinnitus, kidney dysfunction, liver disease, biliary obstruction, pancreatitis, vitamin k deficiency, prothrombin time alterations, and seizures. So, inform your doctor about your medical conditions before taking VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM.

• LEUCOVORIN
• LEVOLEUCOVORIN
• MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL
• MYCOPHENOLIC ACID
• ADEFOVIR
• BCG VACCINE
• CHOLERA VACCINE LIVE
• TYPHOID VACCINE LIVE

• Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM to restore healthy bacteria that may have been killed in the intestine. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
• Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid VANCO PLUS INJECTION 3GM in fighting off infections.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in the body. These harmful bacteria produce toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.