Coastal Infusion Administers Vancomycin

Vancomycin (vancomycin hydrochloride) is a common antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, particularly infections of the skin, lungs, urinary tract, and other areas of the body.

Vancomycin is often reserved for treating serious infections caused by gram-positive bacteria, particularly those resistant to other antibiotics, such as methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

Vancomycin prevents the formation of peptidoglycan, a key component of the bacterial cell wall and by disrupting their cell membranes, thereby killing the bacteria.

What It Treats

Vancomycin is used to threat severe bacterial infections.

Prescribed By

Vancomycin is most often prescribed by Infectious Disease Specialists and Internal Medicine Doctors.

How it’s Administered

Vancomycin is administered by intravenous infusion. Vancomycin infusions/injections take about an hour.

Frequency

Vancomycin is generally administered every 6 to 24 hours for several days.

Related Drugs

Ancef, Cubicin, Dalvance, Invanz, Rocephin, Vibativ, Zinplava

Additional Resources

• Vancomycin Website
• Prescribing Information
• Co-Pay Assistance

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