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Can Vancomycin HCL Cause Increased Heartburn?
Question: can vancomycin hcl cause increased heartburn? I have been taking oral vancomcin hcl oral solution 2 days for gastrointestinal infection, and I am having increased heartburn and abdominal pain. I only take half a teaspoon 4 times a day .I am anemic and have white cells in my stool,also my white blood cell count is over 25,000. I have a history of bleeding ulcers and pyloric stomach. this has been going on for about 2 to 3 weeks. would it be better to take this medicine with a spoon of apple sauce?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
No, increased heartburn is a not a known side effect of vancomycin.
You can take prilosec for relief from heartburn.
Yes you can take it with a spoon of apple sauce. But it has to be mixed just before taking it.
I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K
Answer given below
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
No, increased heartburn is a not a known side effect of vancomycin.
You can take prilosec for relief from heartburn.
Yes you can take it with a spoon of apple sauce. But it has to be mixed just before taking it.
I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K
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