Vancomycin is an antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections. It is a large glycopeptide compound with a molecular weight of 1450 Da. It has a unique mode of action, inhibiting the second stage of cell wall synthesis in susceptible bacteria. Vancomycin is active against a large number of Gram-positive bacteria, including *Staphylococcus aureus*, *Staphylococcus epidermidis*, *Streptococcus agalactiae*, *Streptococcus bovis*, *Streptococcus mutans*, viridans streptococci, and enterococci. Storage recommendations include 4°C for sealed storage, away from moisture. In solvent, it can be stored at -80°C for 6 months or -20°C for 1 month (sealed, away from moisture), with shipping at room temperature if less than 2 weeks.
- Used for treating bacterial infections
- Acts by inhibiting cell wall synthesis
- Active against various Gram-positive bacteria
- Recommended storage at 4°C, sealed and away from moisture