Leaflet CUBICIN 350mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion
Indicated for: bacterial infections
Route of administration: infusion
Substance: daptomycin (antibacterial antibiotic)
ATC: J01XX09 (Antiinfectives for systemic use | Other antibacterials)
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Daptomycin is an antibiotic used for the treatment of serious bacterial infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria, including skin infections, soft tissue infections, and bacteremia. It works by disrupting the bacterial cell membrane, leading to cell death.
The medication is administered intravenously and is particularly indicated for infections caused by resistant bacteria, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). It is effective in treating complicated infections.
Side effects may include muscle pain, nausea, diarrhea, and, in rare cases, rhabdomyolysis. Monitoring kidney function and creatine kinase levels during treatment is essential.
Consult your doctor before use, especially if you have kidney conditions or are taking other medications. Use Daptomycin as directed to ensure treatment effectiveness.
General data about CUBICIN 350mg
- Substance: daptomycin
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
- Product code: W51463001
- Concentration: 350mg
- Pharmaceutical form: powder for concentrate for solution for infusion
- Quantity: 1
- Product type: Original
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for daptomycin
Concentrations available for daptomycin
- 350mg
- 500mg