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Understanding What is the Renal Clearance of Vancomycin?

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Approximately 80–90% of a vancomycin dose is eliminated unchanged by the kidneys, primarily through glomerular filtration, making understanding **what is the renal clearance of vancomycin** essential for effective and safe dosing. This process is highly dependent on a patient's kidney function and is a major determinant of the drug's elimination rate and half-life.