Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Vancocin as follows:
- Vancocin carries the risk of causing dizziness and confusion. These responses can significantly increase, if Vancocin were taken with alcohol. Avoid taking Vancocin with alcohol. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side effects caused by Vancocin.
- Administering the Vancocin IV medication too fast can result in red man syndrome, characterized by flushing of the body, low blood pressure, and muscle pains. Inflammation at the site of injection with redness and tenderness around the injection site also can occur. Always administer the Vancocin IV medication only at the recommended rate, to prevent this complication.
- Patients with history of diminished hearing and ototoxicity are at increased risk for hearing loss with Vancocin. Individuals taking Vancocin must observe a close watch regarding the same and report any changes with hearing to the physician immediately.
- Bile acid Sequestrants or binders, such as, Cholestyramine and Colestipol, can bind Vancocin too and slow down the absorption of Vancocin, thereby, reducing the therapeutic effect. Taking the binder by observing a 2 to 3-hour window from the time of Vancocin intake can help avoid this complication.
