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When Can Trough Level Be Calculated While On Vancomycin?

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Posted on Tue, 18 Jul 2017
Question: How long after a dose should a Vancomycin trough level be drawn?




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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (23 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
30mins before the 4th dose!

Detailed Answer:
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The recommended time is 30minutes before the fourth scheduled dose for trough levels. For peak levels, it should be 1-2hours after the 4th dose is administered.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
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When Can Trough Level Be Calculated While On Vancomycin?

Brief Answer: 30mins before the 4th dose! Detailed Answer: Hi, The recommended time is 30minutes before the fourth scheduled dose for trough levels. For peak levels, it should be 1-2hours after the 4th dose is administered. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.