COVAN 500mg IV Infusion contains Vancomycin Hydrochloride 500 mg. It is a glycopeptide antibiotic used for the treatment of serious bacterial infections caused by susceptible Gram-positive bacteria.
Uses:
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Treatment of serious bacterial infections including septicemia
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Treatment of severe staphylococcal infections
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Treatment of bacterial endocarditis
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Treatment of pneumonia, osteomyelitis, and skin and soft tissue infections caused by susceptible bacteria
Dose:
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Usually 500 mg every 6 hours or 1 gm every 12 hours by IV infusion, or as prescribed by the physician
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Administer slowly by intravenous infusion under the supervision of a healthcare professional
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Dose should be adjusted according to kidney function, infection severity, and blood drug level monitoring when required
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Complete the full prescribed course of treatment as directed by the physician