This document discusses glycopeptides, lipoglycopeptides, and lipopeptides used to treat gram-positive bacterial infections. It begins with classifications of these drugs and mechanisms of action. Specifically, it focuses on vancomycin as the first glycopeptide antibiotic discovered from soil samples. It describes vancomycin's structure, mechanism of inhibiting cell wall synthesis, and pharmacokinetics. The document also covers the spectrum of activity and clinical uses of vancomycin and risks of resistance.