Residual amount of vancomycin hydrochloride in vials after use.

We macroscopically observed vials of vancomycin hydrochloride (VCM) for injection (0.5 g/vial) dissolved in various solvents, and determined the presence or absence of residual VCM crystals. In addition, the residual VCM in vials after use was measured using a bioassay.

Efficacy of disinfectants and hot water against biofilm cells of Burkholderia cepacia.

The effects of various disinfectants and hot water on planktonic cells and biofilm cells of Burkholderia cepacia were investigated. The survival rate of viable B. cepacia cells in suspension decreased to 0.