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What is the major clinical difference between teicoplanin and vancomycin?
 
  1. Teicoplanin penetrates the CSF.
  2. Teicoplanin can be given IM as well as IV.
  3. Teicoplanin can treat gram-negative organisms.
  4. Teicoplanin requires longer infusion times when used IV.

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Vancomycin is generally given intravenously. Which infection would warrant oral administration?
 
  1. Central line infection
  2. Bacterial endocarditis
  3. Pseudomembranous colitis
  4. Viral meningitis


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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