Desired vancomycin trough is 10-20mg/L. Monitor renal function closely. See Vancomycin Dosing & Monitoring Guidelines.

Linezolid preferred over vancomycin if:

  • MRSA with vancomycin MIC ≥ 1.5µg/mL

  • concomitant nephrotoxic therapy

  • pre-existing renal dysfunction.

Minimum 14 days for confirmed MRSA.