Why is vancomycin not used in a sore throat? A Look at Oral vs. Intravenous Administration
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), viruses cause most sore throats, and antibiotics are therefore ineffective. For the bacterial cases, while vancomycin is a powerful antibiotic, its unique properties and administration route are the primary reasons **why is vancomycin not used in a sore throat** or other routine upper respiratory infections.
