Vancomycin Flashcards
1
Q
What type of drug is Vancomycin
A
Glycopeptide
2
Q
How do Vancomycin work
A
Prevents gram positive wall biosynthesis
3
Q
Name 4 uses of Vancomycin
A
HAP
Cellulitis
Leg ulcers
Infective endocarditis
4
Q
What type of bacteria does Vancomycin work on
A
Anaerobic + aerobic gram positive bacteria
5
Q
Name 4 bacterial examples that Vancomycin is used in
A
MRSA
Streptococcus
Staph
C.difficile
6
Q
Which type of px should avoid taking vancomycin
A
Previous hearing loss post IV vancomycin use
