Information about Daptomycin

Generic Name : Daptomycin
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Daptomycin are provided here.

Pronunciation : DAP-toe-MYE-sin

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Daptomycin, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y40.9 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Daptomycin

International :

Cubicin

Why is Daptomycin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for serious infections. It works by killing the bacteria.

When should Daptomycin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Daptomycin?

Adult- IV- The recommended dose is 4 mg/kg in 0.9% sodium chloride injection once every 24 hours for 7 to 14 days.

How should Daptomycin be taken?

It comes as a powder for injection (diluted with fluid), to be administered by a healthcare provider.

What are the warnings and precautions for Daptomycin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of muscle, nerve problems, liver, or kidney disease, bowel problems caused by antibiotic use, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Daptomycin?

Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea.
Central Nervous system- Headache and dizziness.
Skin - Rash.
Gastrointestinal - Abnormal liver function tests.
Genitourinary - Urinary tract infections.
Heart - Low blood pressure.
♦ Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and Eosinophilic pneumonia.
Body as a Whole - Fatigue, weakness, rigors, flushing and hypersensitivity