Vancomycin
Generic Name: vancomycin
Brand Names:
Tyzavan
11 DESCRIPTION TYZAVAN (Vancomycin Injection, USP), in single-dose flexible bags contain vancomycin as vancomycin hydrochloride. It is a tricyclic glycopeptide antibacterial drug derived from Amycolatopsis orientalis (formerly Nocardia orientalis ).
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION TYZAVAN (Vancomycin Injection, USP), in single-dose flexible bags contain vancomycin as vancomycin hydrochloride. It is a tricyclic glycopeptide antibacterial drug derived from Amycolatopsis orientalis (formerly Nocardia orientalis ).
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TYZAVAN is a glycopeptide antibacterial indicated for the treatment of the following infections in adult and pediatric patients (1 month and older) for whom appropriate dosing with this formulation can be achieved: Septicemia ( 1.1 ) Infective Endocarditis ( 1.2 ) Skin and Skin Structure Infections ( 1.3 ) Bone Infections ( 1.4 ) Lower Respiratory Tract Infections ( 1.5 ) To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of TYZAVAN and other antibacterial drugs, TYZAVAN should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria.
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION If a dose of TYZAVAN is required that does not equal 500 mg, 750 mg, 1 g, 1.25 g, 1.5 g, 1.75 g or 2 g, this product is not recommended for use and an alternative formulation of vancomycin should be considered. ( 2.1 ). For intravenous use only. Do not administer orally ( 2.1 ). Administer TYZAVAN by intravenous infusion over 60 minutes or greater to reduce the risk of infusion reactions ( 2.1 ) Recommended Dosage in Adult Patients with Normal Renal Function: 2 g divided either as 0.5 grams (g) every 6 hours or 1 g every 12 hours ( 2.2 ) Recommended Dosage in Pediatric Patients (1 Month and Older) with Normal Renal Function: 10 mg/kg per dose given every 6 hours ( 2.3 ) Recommended Dosage in Patients with Renal Impairment: See full prescribing information for re...
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Infusion Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Nephrotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Ototoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Severe Dermatologic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Clostridioides Difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Hemorrhagic Occlusive Retinal Vasculitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Phlebitis and Other Administration Site Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] The most common adverse reactions are anaphylaxis, “vancomycin infusion reactions”, acute kidney injury, hearing loss, neutropenia.
Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Anesthetic Agents : Concomitant administration of vancomycin and anesthetic agents has been associated with erythema and histamine-like flushing. ( 2.1 , 7.1 ) Piperacillin/Tazobactam : Increased incidence of acute kidney injury in patients receiving concomitant piperacillin/tazobactam and vancomycin as compared to vancomycin alone. Monitor kidney function in patients. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Anesthetic Agents Concomitant administration of vancomycin and anesthetic agents has been associated with erythema and histamine-like flushing [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.4) ] .
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Infusion Reactions : Hypotension, including shock and cardiac arrest, wheezing, dyspnea, urticaria, muscular and chest pain and “vancomycin infusion reactions” which manifests as pruritus and erythema that involves the face, neck and upper body may occur with rapid intravenous administration. To reduce the risk of infusion reactions, administer TYZAVAN over a period of 60 minutes or greater and also prior to intravenous anesthetic agents. ( 2.1, 5.1 ) Nephrotoxicity : Monitor renal function in all patients receiving TYZAVAN. ( 5.2 ) Ototoxicity : Serial tests of auditory function may be helpful. ( 5.3 ) Severe Dermatologic Reactions : Discontinue TYZAVAN at the first appearance of signs and symptoms of TEN, SJS, DRESS, AGEP, or LABD. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS TYZAVAN is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to vancomycin. Hypersensitivity to vancomycin ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary The available data on the use of this formulation of TYZAVAN (which includes the excipient NADA) in pregnant women are insufficient to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes (see Data ) . Available data over several decades of vancomycin (without the excipient NADA) use in pregnant women have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes (see Data ) .
Storage
16.2 Storage Store at 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77ºF), in original package. Use within 28 days of removal from aluminum overpouch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vancomycin used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TYZAVAN is a glycopeptide antibacterial indicated for the treatment of the following infections in adult and pediatric patients (1 month and older) for whom appropriate dosing with this formulation can be achieved: Septicemia ( 1.1 ) Infective Endocarditis ( 1.2 ) Skin and Skin Structure Infections ( 1.3 ) Bone Infections ( 1.4 ) Lower Respiratory Tract Infections ( 1.5 ) To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of TYZAVAN and other antibacterial drugs, TYZAVAN should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria.
What are the side effects of Vancomycin?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Infusion Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Nephrotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Ototoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Severe Dermatologic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Clostridioides Difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Hemorrhagic Occlusive Retinal Vasculitis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Neutropenia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Phlebitis and Other Administration Site Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] The most common adverse reactions are anaphylaxis, “vancomycin infusion reactions”, acute kidney injury, hearing loss, neutropenia.
Can I take Vancomycin during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary The available data on the use of this formulation of TYZAVAN (which includes the excipient NADA) in pregnant women are insufficient to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes (see Data ) . Available data over several decades of vancomycin (without the excipient NADA) use in pregnant women have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes (see Data ) .
What are the important warnings for Vancomycin?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Infusion Reactions : Hypotension, including shock and cardiac arrest, wheezing, dyspnea, urticaria, muscular and chest pain and “vancomycin infusion reactions” which manifests as pruritus and erythema that involves the face, neck and upper body may occur with rapid intravenous administration. To reduce the risk of infusion reactions, administer TYZAVAN over a period of 60 minutes or greater and also prior to intravenous anesthetic agents. ( 2.1, 5.1 ) Nephrotoxicity : Monitor renal function in all patients receiving TYZAVAN. ( 5.2 ) Ototoxicity : Serial tests of auditory function may be helpful. ( 5.3 ) Severe Dermatologic Reactions : Discontinue TYZAVAN at the first appearance of signs and symptoms of TEN, SJS, DRESS, AGEP, or LABD. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS TYZAVAN is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to vancomycin. Hypersensitivity to vancomycin ( 4 )
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