MEDICATION TYPE
Antibiotic
INDICATIONS
Aerobic and anerobic Gram Postive bacteria including multi-resistant Staphylococci i.e MRSA.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Nephrotoxic Drugs**
Additive nephrotoxicity.
Ototoxic Drugs
NOTES
Loading doses essential; TDM for prolonged or severe infection.
MEDICAL WARNING
Teicoplanin should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Always verify against current BNF and your local CF protocol before prescribing.