Vancomycin

Resistance to vancomycin has emerged in some bacterial strains, such as vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus VRE. In such cases, alternative antibiotics may be necessary. Patients should complete the full course of vancomycin treatment as prescribed by their healthcare provider, even if they start feeling better before finishing the medication.Vancomycin is a critical antibiotic in the treatment of serious Gram-positive bacterial infections, especially when resistance to other antibiotics is a concern. It should be administered and monitored under the guidance of healthcare professionals in a clinical setting due to the potential for adverse effects and the need for proper dosing and monitoring.