Firvanq
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Firvanq is an antibiotic used to treat diarrhea and enterocolitis caused by certain bacteria. Firvanq should only be used to treat these specific infections.
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Firvanq Overview
Reviewed: February 7, 2018
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Firvanq is a prescription medication used to treat Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea and entercolitis (inflammation of the colon) caused by Staphylococcus aureus.
Firvanq belongs to a group of drugs called glycopeptide antibiotics. These work by killing the bacteria that cause infections.
This medication comes in an oral solution form and is taken 3 to 4 times a day for 7 to 10 days.
Common side effects of Firvanq include nausea, abdominal pain, and low potassium levels.
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Firvanq Drug Class
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