On Vancomycin as of yesterday
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On Vancomycin as of yesterday
I changed from metro to Vancomycin yesterday (5/26/16). I actually had more direahea in one sitting then with metro but with metro, I was going more times a day. is it normal when you switch meds? Do you have to go through diarrhea before it gets better?
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Re: On Vancomycin as of yesterday
Vanco gives some people looser stools or more frequency. I would not worry about it. Probiotics help for some.
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Re: On Vancomycin as of yesterday
Ok Thanks. I see my doc next tuesday so will explain to him as well in case but just wanted to be some what at ease now :)
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Re: On Vancomycin as of yesterday
Just as Beth said, and additionally it has only been 1 day so anything can happen! Your system has been taking a beating and now your gut is under attack by a new med that hopefully will start working within a few days. Try not to let changes in stool freak you out.
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Re: On Vancomycin as of yesterday
With Vanco usually , it takes 4-5 days to see improvement ,it doesn't kick in right away, so be patient.
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Re: On Vancomycin as of yesterday
I hope it does help soon cause not sure how much longer i can take this. Thanks :)
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