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How Bad Off Are You If the Doctor Puts You on Vancomycin?

4 min read
Vancomycin is a powerful, hospital-grade antibiotic reserved for treating serious and life-threatening infections, so if the doctor puts you on vancomycin, it indicates a severe condition that requires aggressive treatment. However, being on vancomycin also means you are receiving a highly effective medication with a proven track record against resistant bacteria, accompanied by careful monitoring to maximize safety.