Ingredient

Vancomycin Hydrochloride

Vancomycin hydrochloride is an antibiotic ingredient primarily used to treat Gram-positive bacterial infections.

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MFDS ingredient code M223574

What does it do?

Vancomycin hydrochloride is a glycopeptide class antibiotic that is mainly effective against Gram-positive bacteria. This ingredient is used to treat serious bacterial infections and is particularly important as a treatment option for resistant bacteria.

Vancomycin hydrochloride works by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, preventing bacteria from multiplying. As a result, bacteria at the infected site are killed or their growth is suppressed, leading to the resolution of the infection.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike beta-lactam antibiotics, vancomycin hydrochloride blocks a different step in cell wall synthesis. This makes it effective against beta-lactam resistant bacteria and is primarily used for severe infections.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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