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Pronunciation

dap-to-MYE-sin

Classifications

Therapeutic Classification: anti-infectives

Pharmacologic Classification: cyclic lipopeptide antibacterial agents

Indications

REMS


Action

  • Causes rapid depolarization of membrane potential following binding to bacterial membrane; this results in inhibition of protein, DNA, and RNA synthesis.
Therapeutic effects:
  • Death of bacteria with resolution of infection.

Spectrum:

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: IV administration results in complete bioavailability.

Distribution: Unknown.

Protein Binding: 92%.

Metabolism/Excretion: Metabolism not known; mostly excreted by kidneys.

Half-Life: 8.1 hr.

Time/Action Profile

ROUTEONSETPEAKDURATION
IVrapidend of infusion24 hr

Contraind./Precautions

Contraindicated in:

Use Cautiously in:

Adv. Reactions/Side Effects

Interactions

Drug-drug:

Route/Dosage

Complicated Skin/Skin Structure Infections

Renal Impairment

Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia/Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis

Renal Impairment

Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia

Availability

(Generic available)

Assessment

Lab Test Considerations:

Implementation

IV Administration:

Patient/Family Teaching

Evaluation/Desired Outcomes

US Brand Names

Cubicin, Cubicin RF

Code

NDC Code