Bacitracin vs Vancomycin

Bacitracin vs Vancomycin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Bacitracin and Vancomycin.

Mechanism of Action

Vancomycin: Glycopeptide antibiotic inhibiting cell wall synthesis by binding D-Ala-D-Ala terminus of peptidoglycan precursors.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Vancomycin — 4-6 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Vancomycin — C66H75Cl2N9O24.

Molecular Weight: Vancomycin — 1449.2500 g/mol.

Type: Bacitracin — Protein; Vancomycin — Small molecule.