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Home PharmacologyVancomycin

Vancomycin

Glycopeptide

Drug Class: Glycopeptide
Mechanism of Action (MOA): Binds D-Ala-D-Ala → inhibits cell-wall peptidoglycan cross-linking (gram-positive only).
Clinical Notes: MRSA coverage; monitor levels & renal function; rapid infusion → vancomycin flushing reaction.
Source: FDA label (DailyMed)

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