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Vancomycin - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Vancomycin is a powerful antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, particularly those resistant to other drugs. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in the body.

vancomycin

/ˌvæŋkəˈmaɪsɪn/ /ˌvæŋkəʊˈmaɪsɪn/

Definition:

A potent antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, particularly resistant strains like MRSA.

Synonyms:

Vancocin, Lyphocin, Vancomycin hydrochloride

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

(No direct antonyms; contextually) susceptibility, sensitivity

Common Collocations:

administer vancomycin, vancomycin resistance, vancomycin therapy, intravenous vancomycin

Derivatives:

vancomycin-resistant, vancomycin-susceptible

Usage Tips:

Use "vancomycin" when referring to the antibiotic; specify dosage and administration route in medical contexts.

Common Phrases:

(No common phrases or idioms; technical term)

Etymology:

Derived from "vanco-" (from *Streptomyces orientalis*, now *Amycolatopsis orientalis*) + "-mycin" (antibiotic suffix).

Examples:

  • 1. The doctor prescribed vancomycin for the severe infection.
  • 2. Vancomycin is often used to treat MRSA infections.
  • 3. The patient developed resistance to vancomycin over time.
  • 4. Intravenous vancomycin requires careful monitoring for side effects.

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