Vancomycins



Vancomycins















Table 8-1 Vancomycins











Prototype Drug


Related Drugs


Drug Classification


vancomycin (Vancocin, Vancoled)


There are no related drugs at this time


Glycopeptide



VANCOMYCINS CLIENT TEACHING



  • Take according to physician directions.


  • Must take entire prescription


  • Take at evenly spaced intervals around the clock to keep blood levels even.


  • Report hearing abnormalities to physician immediately.


  • Advise physician of skin rash, fever, or sore throat.


  • Report for ordered blood work: complete blood count, (CBC), peak, and trough levels.


  • Develop awareness of I & O.


Oct 21, 2016 | Posted by in NURSING | Comments Off on Vancomycins

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