In Simple terms Valuing Vancomycin The following statements are true about vancomycin EXCEPT:
A. Vancomycin is not easily absorbed when taken orally. It is effective for treating bowel infections.
B. Vancomycin does not cross the blood brain barrier. In cases of refractory septic meningitis, patients have been given intrathecal vancomycin.
C. Vancomycin is an effective agent against staphylococci, although recently resistant strains have been implicated in hospital breakouts.
D. Vancomycin is a broad spectrum antibiotic.
