Guest guest Posted March 2, 2001 Report Share Posted March 2, 2001 Hi, I am currently on IV Vancomycin. Tonight I experienced terrible ear pain during my infusion. It happened the AM but not as bad. Does anyone know if this is a side effect I should call my IV company about this weekend. I couldn't finish the infusion during the pain. I think I will call tomorrow but wondering if anyone knows about this. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 2, 2001 Report Share Posted March 2, 2001 Suzi - do you have a hearing loss with the pain? Have you had tinnitus with it? (ringing in the ears?) There is nothing in the Physician's Desk Reference about ear pain. Do call your MD's office and ask about it or call the nearest pharmacy (Walgreen's if you have one near you).... If you stop the treatment that's not good either. Vancomycin is the strongest antibiotic we have available today. Bonnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2001 Report Share Posted March 3, 2001 Sue, Since you have been on Vancomycin so many times in the past, this is likely unrelated to the medication. Inform the visiting nurse who sets you up with the infusion about your experience who will tell the prescribing doctor. Jill I am currently on IV Vancomycin. Tonight I experienced terrible ear pain during my infusion. It happened the AM but not as bad. Does anyone know if this is a side effect I should call my IV company about this weekend. I couldn't finish the infusion during the pain. I think I will call tomorrow but wondering if anyone knows about this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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