Vancomycin (Oral)
Orally, vancomycin is not absorbed into the blood. It stays in the gut to kill C. diff bacteria locally.
Dosage by Body Weight
Pediatric dose: 40 mg/kg/day divided into 3 or 4 doses for 10 days.
- Body Weight
- 10-20 kg
- Dose
- 125 mg
- Frequency
- Three to four times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Only for intestinal infections; not for systemic use.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-20 kg | 125 mg | Three to four times daily | Only for intestinal infections; not for systemic use. |
Formulation
Oral SolutionCapsule
Purpose
Treatment of Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea (C. diff).
Generic Name
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Branded Drug Names
Vancomycin (Oral) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Vancocin
- Vantein
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.
Alternatives
Metronidazole (Oral)Fidaxomicin