VANTIN

Vantin Information

Brand name for cefpodoxime, Vantin is a proactive member of the antibacterial group of drugs. Used for the treatment of infections caused by bacterial attacks in the body, Vantin works magic in controlling bronchitis, Pneumonia, tonsillitis, ear infections, sinus infections, skin infections, gonorrhea, and Urinary Tract Infections. By checking the growth of bacteria in the body and ultimately killing them, Vantin provides much sought after relief to sufferers. Vantin is the first drug to have been approved by FDA to treat varying degrees of Otitis media, a common ear infection occurring during the initial days of childhood. Physicians can also use Vantin as a complimentary drug for the treatment of other disorders. However, regular and systematic intake of this drug is very essential for fast relief.

Vantin Warnings

For prescribing the right dosage to you, your doctor needs to know in details about your past and present medical conditions. Don’t forget to inform him before he prescribes Vantin to you, if you are already suffering from any of the following diseases:

• Bleeding problems;
• Colitis;
• Kidney disease;
• Liver disease;
• Malnutrition;
• Phenylketonuria.

Listed in FDA pregnancy category, Vantin is not expected to cause severe damage to the growing embryo if taken during pregnancy. But Vantin passes into breast milk and cause harm to the nascent baby. It is thus, highly recommended to take this drug only after consultation with a physician during pregnancy or while nursing a baby. So far, this drug has not been seriously tested on children. But when tested on older patients, this drug didn’t show any other effects apart from the ones it normally has on adults.

Vantin may not work in proper harmony with all other drugs. You should also let the doctor know if you are already taking any of the following drugs before he prescribes Vantin:

• Tums;
• Maalox;
• Rolaids;
• Tagamet;
• Axid;
• Pepcid;
• Zantac;
• Prilosec;
• Prevacid;
• Aciphex;
• Nexium;
• Protonix;
• Benemid;
• Water pill;
• Bumex;
• Demadex;
• Edecrin;
• Coumadin;
• Amikin;
• Apogen;
• Mycifradin;
• Anticoagulants;
• Geopen;
• Persantine;
• Depakote;
• Hepalean;
• Liquaemin;
• Trental;
• Mithracin;
• Anturane;
• Ticar;
• Thrombolytic agents;
• Depakene;
• Lasix;
• Benemid.

Vantin Side effects

Intake of Vantin may cause serious allergic reactions. Breathing trouble, closed throat, swollen lips, tongue, or face are the most serious ones. Side effects like uncontrollable nausea, diarrhea, mucous or blood in the stool, sudden bleeding can also take a toll. Don’t ignore these side effects as these may have serious consequences. Rush to your doctor as soon as they appear.

Users of Vantin may experience side effects like yeast infection of the mouth or vagina, itching with sudden vaginal discharge, unusual stools, excruciating chest pain, rise in body temperature, white spots on lips or in mouth, swollen glands, unusual bleeding, headache, stomach cramps quite often. These are common but less harmful.

Side effects like sores, peeling of skin, less urine, hearing impairment, joint pain, stomach upset, vomiting, irritation in the eyes, discolored skin are rare but found.

Vantin Overdose

There is no denying the fact that Vantin is a wonder drug. But to be on the safer side it is always better to consult a physician and be sure about what is the right dose for you. So far no serious cases of Vantin overdose have been found. Overdose of the drug may not be detrimental to your existence but it can always cause fatal disorders. The symptoms of overdose may be the similar to the side effects of the drug. As soon as you feel that an overdose has been taken by mistake rush to a doctor for the corrective measures.

On the other hand, a missed dose of Vantin does not cause harmful damages. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, and then distribute the rest of the doses for that day with equal intervals.

Vantin Usage Guidelines

Rely on the doctor for the right usage guidelines. Take the Vantin tablets with food to increase absorption by the body. The Vantin suspension can be taken with or without food. Use a measuring cap to take in the right dose. Also avoid taking antacids with Vantin as the combination reduces the effectiveness of the drug. Don’t stop taking the drug all of a sudden without consulting your doctor. Don’t forget to store Vantin in room temperature for best results.

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In the U.S., Vantin may be available in the following brand names: Ancef 4,

Ceclor 1, Ceclor CD 1, Cedax 17, Cefadyl 23, Cefditoren 8, Cefizox 18,

Cefobid 10, Cefotan 12, Ceftin 20, Cefzil 15, Ceptaz 16, Claforan 11,

Duricef 2, Fortaz 16, Keflex 21, Keftab 21, Kefurox 20, Kefzol 4, Mandol 3,

Maxipime 6, Mefoxin 13, Monocid 9, Omnicef 5, Rocephin 19, Tazicef 16,

Tazidime 16, Vantin 14, Velosef 24, Zinacef 20.

Whereas in Canada, Vantin may be available in the Ancef 4, Apo-Cefaclor 1,

Apo-Cephalex 21, Ceclor 1, Cefizox 18, Cefotan 12, Ceftin 20, Cefzil 15,

Ceporacin 22, Ceptaz 16, Claforan 11, Duricef 2, Fortaz 16, Keflex 21, Keflin 22,

Kefurox 20, Kefzol 4, Mandol 3, Maxipime 6, Mefoxin 13, Novo-Lexin 21,

Nu-Cephalex 21, PMS-Cephalexin 21, Rocephin 19, Suprax 7, Tazidime 16,

Zinacef 20.