Dapmicin 350mg Injection contains Daptomycin as the active ingredient. An antibiotic called daptomycin is used to treat severe bacterial infections, especially those brought on by Gram-positive bacteria.

Brand Name: Dapmicin

Composition: Daptomycin

Mechanism of Action:

Gram-positive bacteria's cell membranes are disrupted by the cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic daptomycin. It attaches itself to the bacterial cell membrane and makes holes in it, which quickly depolarizes the cell and eventually kills it. This technique works well against MRSA and other resistant Gram-positive bacteria.

Uses:

Severe Bacterial Infection

Dosage and Administration:

Due to its potency and requirement for close monitoring, dapmicin is administered intravenously, usually in a medical center. The condition being treated, the patient's age, weight, and renal function all affect the dosage.

Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Pain
• Swelling
• Redness at the injection site
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Muscle Pain
• Weakness

Safety Advise:

Lungs  

The safety of Dapmicin Injection for individuals with lung issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Liver  

The safety of Dapmicin Injection for individuals with liver issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Kidney  

The safety of Dapmicin Injection for individuals with Kidney issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Pregnancy  

Dapmicin should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed, Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Breast Feeding  

Using Dapmicin while nursing is most likely dangerous. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider. 

Storage:

Dapmicin should be kept in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C (36°F and 46°F). The formulation may be harmed by freezing, so avoid doing so.

How to use this Medication?

A healthcare professional administers daptomycin injections, typically once daily. If using it at home, carefully follow the directions provided by your provider. If you have any questions or concerns about the infusion, contact them.

During the first several days of daptomycin injection treatment, you should start to feel better. Contact your physician if your symptoms worsen or do not go away.

 

Even if you feel better, keep using the daptomycin injection until the entire prescription is finished. The bacteria may develop antibiotic resistance and your infection may not be fully treated if you stop taking daptomycin injections too soon or miss doses.

References:

1.  Heidary M, Khosravi AD, Khoshnood S, Nasiri MJ, Soleimani S, Goudarzi M. Daptomycin. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy. 2018 Jan 1;73(1):1-1.

2.  Enoch DA, Bygott JM, Daly ML, Karas JA. Daptomycin. Journal of Infection. 2007 Sep 1;55(3):205-13.

3.  Taylor SD, Palmer M. The action mechanism of daptomycin. Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry. 2016 Dec 15;24(24):6253-68.

4.   Tran TT, Munita JM, Arias CA. Mechanisms of drug resistance: daptomycin resistance. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. 2015 Sep;1354(1):32-53.

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