Meaning Of The Word Vancomycin

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What's The Definition Of Vancomycin?

vancomycin in American English
noun: a bactericidal antibiotic, C66H75ClN9O24, produced by Streptomyces orientalis, used in the treatment of antibiotic-associated colitis and endocarditis

vancomycin in British English
noun: an antibiotic effective against most Gram-positive organisms. It is given by intravenous infusions for serious infections that are resistant to other antibiotics

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