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Could Itching Be A Side Effect Of Medication?
I started taking vancomycin about 3 weeks ago 3 weeks left. I am taking 1000 mg BID for osteo myelitis Rt Foot. My vanco levels are running 15.1 to 15.5. I am experiencing itching and muscular itching and a need to move, Could this be a side effect/.
Fri, 5 Apr 2019
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction.
I suggest using daily antihistamines.
I also suggest using Calmine lotion for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction.
I suggest using daily antihistamines.
I also suggest using Calmine lotion for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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