Cubicin Side Effects
If you have any of the following it may be a sign of an allergic reaction to this drug. Call your doctor immediately.
- Hives
- difficulty breathing
- swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
Serious side effects:
Consult a physician if the following occur:
- diarrhea that is watery of bloody
- urinating less than usual or not at all
- new or worsening cough, fever, trouble breathing
- low potassium (confusion, uneven heart rate, extreme thirst, increased urination, leg discomfort, muscle weakness or limp feeling)
- pale skin, feeling light-headed or short of breath, rapid heart rate, trouble concentrating
- vaginal itching or discharge
- pain or burning when you urinate
- muscle pain or weakness with fever or flu symptoms and dark colored urine
- white patches or sores in your mouth or throat; or
- high potassium (slow heart rate, weak pulse, muscle weakness, tingly feeling)
Common side effects:
- swelling
- increased sweating
- anxiety, sleep problems (insomnia)
- constipation, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting
- redness, discomfort, or irritation where the injection was given
- headache
- back pain, pain in your arms or legs; or
- milk itching or skin rash
Warnings & Recalls for Cubicin
Warnings
The FDA has issued a
drug and safety warning for Cubicin in regards to its connection to at least 7 cases of
eosinophilic pneumonia since 2004.
- Do not take Cubicin if you are allergic to daptomycin.
- Inform your doctor if you have a kidney disease, or a nerve or muscle disorder.
- Do not operate machinery or drive because this drug causes dizziness until you know how it affects you.
Drugs that may interact with Cubicin:
- a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin)
- tobramycin (Nebcin)
- cholesterol-lowering medicines such as
- atorvastatin (Lipitor, Caduet)
- fluvastatin (Lescol)
- lovastatin (Mevacor, Altoprev, Advicor)
- pravastatin (Pravachol)
- rosuvastatin (Crestor)
- simvastatin (Zocor, Simcor, Vytorin)
Family planning
The FDA classifies Cubicin in
pregnancy category B, meaning it isn't expected that harm may come to a fetus.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
There isn't current evidence suggesting that Cubicin passes into breast milk or could harm a nursing baby. Be sure to
tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding while on this drug.
Cubicin Treatment and Use
What is Cubicin?
Cubicin is an antibiotic that is used to fight bacteria in the body by reducing the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintaining the effectiveness of other antibacterial drugs. It should only be used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria. Cubicin does not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.
How does Cubicin work?
It is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat certain blood or serious skin infections that are caused by bacteria and underlying tissues. It works by killing bacteria in the body.
Dosage information
Cubicin is injected into a vein through an IV. If you are taking the medication alone at home make sure that you fully understand how to self administer the drug and dispose of the items. Cubicin is usually given every 24 hours and should be used for the full prescribed length of time.
Cubicin comes in powder form that must be mixed with a diluent before using. Make sure you properly understand how to mix before using at home. Each single use vial of Cubicin is for one use only and must be disposed of properly after use, even if there is medicine left in the bottle. Each disposable needle is for single use and must be disposed of in a puncture-proof container. Must be kept out of reach of children. Inform your doctor if you miss a dose.
For injection dosage form:
For complicated skin infections caused by bacteria:
Adults—4 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) (1.82 mg per pound) of body weight injected into a vein every 24 hours.
Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
For bloodstream infections caused by bacteria:
Adults—6 mg per kg (2.73 mg per pound) of body weight injected into a vein every 24 hours.
Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
