Suspected or proven MRSA, coagulase-negative Staphylococcal infections, Enterococcal infections
Laboratory
Clinical
Aminoglycosides may potentiate nephrotoxicity
May enhance neuromuscular blockade of NM blocking agents
Careful with concomitant nephrotoxins
Target levels vary widely based on site of infection. Consult Infectious Disease or Pharmacy for assistance
ID Consult is strongly advised for proven or suspected MRSA infections and for all S aureus bloodstream infections
Antimicrobial class: Glycopeptide
Pregnancy category: C
Average serum half life: 8 hours
Biliary penetration: Moderate
CSF penetration: Moderate
Lung penetration: Therapeutic
Urine penetration: Therapeutic