Cyclic lipopeptide, binds to depolarize cell membrane, concentration dependent, MRSA, all VRE, NOT for PNEUMONIA, dilute with NS only, adjust frequency for renal dosing, increased CPK/myopathy
Atypical coverage, covers spirochetes, anthrax, syphillis and urinary VRE, tooth discoloration, fixed drug eruption, pregnancy category D, mineral cations inhibit absorption, increase INR, anticonvulsants decrease tetracycline levels