Vancomycin for C difficile

[GinaCampbell 434]

Has anyone taken this antibiotic for c dif?

Did it help you?

I have taken two doses and my symptoms have dramatically increased.

The nurse says that I should persevere.

Just looking for opinions.

Thanks!

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[Crochet Queen 16]

Yes. I took it and it worked. My husband has also taken it twice and it also worked for him. Take the entire dose. Sometimes symptoms get worse before they get better. Hang in there!

[GinaCampbell 434]

That's what I wanted to know. I took one dose and went to bed. No real change. Took a second dose this morning and my symptoms increased dramatically. It scared me so I called the nurse to ask for advice.

She phoned the microbiologist who said that it can't be the vancomycin causing issues.

Next step would be Accident and Emergency for admission.

I am trying to avoid re admission to the hospital at all costs but will have to go if I get any sicker, I know.

So I don't want to run down there if this is just how the process works.

I would rather rest in my own bed and use my own toilet and shower.

Thanks for your reply.

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[theantichick 2,204]

Part of the problem is that many of the antibiotics used, especially the strong ones for c. diff can cause diarrhea on their own. People have differing degrees of side effects from meds.

It's good that you're following up, but the vanc won't make the c. diff itself worse. It might be ineffective, but it won't make it worse.

Good luck! I know c. diff is a tough row to hoe.

[madadams 130]

Keep up your fluids Gina. I thought vancomycin can't be taken if you have an inflammatory bowel condition?? Check the paperwork that came with your Meds.

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[GinaCampbell 434]

Keep up your fluids Gina. I thought vancomycin can't be taken if you have an inflammatory bowel condition?? Check the paperwork that came with your Meds.

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That's what the paperwork says but that's what the GP's nurse and microbiologist prescribed for me.

I have moved the colonoscopy due to the severe pain, up to Wednesday (soonest outpatient appt) so moviprep from Tuesday will mean severe diarrhea anyway.

Not really sure continuing the vancomycin is wise until after that.

District nurse came out to draw fast track bloods because my GP surgery is worried about sepsis.

My hospital bag is by the door so if things get much worse or the bloods come back bad, I am ready.

I certainly feel rough.

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[GinaCampbell 434]

Part of the problem is that many of the antibiotics used, especially the strong ones for c. diff can cause diarrhea on their own. People have differing degrees of side effects from meds.

It's good that you're following up, but the vanc won't make the c. diff itself worse. It might be ineffective, but it won't make it worse.

Good luck! I know c. diff is a tough row to hoe.

Thanks. I simply have no idea what's happening now. I just know that the pain is becoming unbearable so hospital seems inevitable.

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[madadams 130]

I'd query the need for the bowel prep in these circumstances. Contact the Secretary to explain the situation. Good luck!

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[GinaCampbell 434]

I'd query the need for the bowel prep in these circumstances. Contact the Secretary to explain the situation. Good luck!

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I did. They insist on it. And they won't re test for c diff while I am there either.

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[Crochet Queen 16]

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I'd query the need for the bowel prep in these circumstances. Contact the Secretary to explain the situation. Good luck!

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I did. They insist on it. And they won't re test for c diff while I am there either.

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how are you doing Gina?

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Edited September 25, 2016 by Crochet Queen

[GinaCampbell 434]

I still have C difficile unfortunately. Back to my GP Thursday to discuss what happens next. Had a course of Metronidazole, then a course of Vancomycin. I think the Vancomycin was doing some good but once the course was finished, the C diff came back.

Thanks for asking, how are you?

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[magicianbeautician74 26]

Load yourself with an excellent probiotic while you deal with this. I was in the same boat a few years ago after botched dental surgery. Probiotic saved my life! This is a serious ailment and my heart goes out to you!!

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[trainer-1 22]

If all else fails they can do a "fecal transplant ". Will effectively replace the "good" e-coli

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[GinaCampbell 434]

I am using Probiotics and still attempting to get a referral to a consultant who specialises in this problem.

Once the antibiotics finish, my symptoms seem to reappear. Very frustrating.

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[shoodle72 61]

Have you tried Flagyl (Metronidazole) which is a antibiotic that is used a lot with gastrointestinal bacteria. You need to make sure that you're drinking adequately and would benefit from Probiotics.< /p>

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