Understanding the Risks: How Serious Is Vancomycin?
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Vancomycin is a glycopeptide antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, including those caused by methicillin-resistant *Staphylococcus aureus* (MRSA) [1.3.4]. The critical question for many patients and clinicians is, **how serious is vancomycin** given its reputation as a potent, last-resort medication?
