Telavancin (Vibativ) Flashcards
1
Q
T/F
Telavancin (Vibativ) is semi-synthetic derivative of Vancomycin.
A
TRUE
2
Q
Why should you worry about Red Man Syndrome and Nephrotoxicity with Telavancin (Vibativ)?
A
Telavancin (Vibativ) is semi-synthetic derivative of Vancomycin.
3
Q
What instances are Telavancin (Vibativ) used for?
A
skin and soft tissue infections caused by gram positive organisms
4
Q
What bugs are covered by Telavancin (Vibativ)?
A
All G+
-including MRSA
5
Q
Why isn’t Telavancin (Vibativ) used very often?
A
Daptomycin can be used instead which also covers VRE
6
Q
Besides Red Man Syndrome and Nephrotoxicity, what adverse reactions are associated with Telavancin (Vibativ) usage?
A
QT prolongation
Pancreatitis (rare)
