Daptomycin

 
Generic Name: daptomycin

Brands: Cubicin

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What is the most important information I should know about Daptomycin?

· In some cases, Daptomycin has been reported to cause damage to the muscles and/or nerves. Notify your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, or numbness or tingling. These may be early signs of muscle or nerve problems.

 

What is Daptomycin?

· Daptomycin is an antibiotic. It fights bacteria in the body.

· Daptomycin is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin and underlying skin structures.

· Daptomycin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

 

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Daptomycin?

· Do not take Daptomycin without first talking to your doctor if you have     ·kidney disease; or     ·nerve or muscle problems.

· You may not be able to take Daptomycin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

· Daptomycin is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Daptomycin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.

· It is not known whether passes into breast milk. Do not take Daptomycin without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

 

How should I take Daptomycin?

· Daptomycin is intended for administration by intravenous (into a vein) injection. Daptomycin is usually administered by a healthcare provider.

· If you are using Daptomycin at home, your healthcare provider will give you detailed instructions regarding preparation, administration, and storage of the medication.

· Your healthcare provider will store Daptomycin as directed by the manufacturer.

 

What happens if I miss a dose?

· Since the medication will be administered by a healthcare provider, missing a dose should not occur. Contact your doctor if a dose is missed.

 

What happens if I overdose?

· Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of Daptomycin is suspected.

· Symptoms of a Daptomycin overdose are not known.

 

What should I avoid while taking Daptomycin?

· There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while taking Daptomycin unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

 

What are the possible side effects of Daptomycin?

· In some cases, Daptomycin has been reported to cause damage to the muscles and/or nerves. Notify your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, or numbness or tingling. These may be early signs of muscle or nerve problems.

· If you experience a rare but serious allergic reaction (shortness of breath; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or hives), stop taking Daptomycin and seek emergency medical attention.

· Other, less serious side effects may also occur. Continue to take Daptomycin and talk to your doctor if you experience     ·skin itching or rash;     ·redness, discomfort, or irritation at the injection site;     ·nausea; or     ·diarrhea.

· Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

 

What other drugs will affect Daptomycin?

· Before taking Daptomycin, talk to your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:     ·warfarin (Coumadin);     ·tobramycin (Nebcin); or     ·an HMG CoA reductase inhibitor such as atorvastatin (Lipitor), fluvastatin (Lescol), lovastatin (Altocor, Mevacor), pravastatin (Pravachol), rosuvastatin (Crestor), or simvastatin (Zocor).

· You may not be able to take Daptomycin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.

· Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Daptomycin. Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products, without first talking to your doctor during treatment with Daptomycin.

 

Where can I get more information?

· Your pharmacist has additional information about Daptomycin written for health professionals that you may read.

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