Peaks & Troughs
Drawn 30 minutes or less prior to 4th dose of vancomycin
What is vancomycin trough?
What is red man syndrome?
Drawn with AM labs for patients on hemodialysis.
What is vancomycin random level?
Hearing or balance problems caused by super therapeutic levels of vancomycin.
What is ototoxicity?
Drawn 1-2 hours after completion of vancomycin dose.
What is vancomycin peak level?
BUN and creatinine levels are monitored to prevent which complication of vancomycin?
What is nephrotoxicity?
Peak and trough timing may be affected by this.
What is creatinine clearance?
Reaction that includes itching, rash or hives, and difficulty breathing.
What is hypersensitivity or allergic response?