Cubicin Information
Cubicin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cubicin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cubicin include Increased level of Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) in the blood, Anxiety, Fungal Infection. Some other side effects of Cubicin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cubicin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Cubicin's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cubicin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cubicin related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cubicin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cubicin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cubicin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cubicin Benefits & Uses
Cubicin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Cubicin Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Cubicin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cubicin is used -
Severe
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- पेट दर्द
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Common
- Increased level of Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) in the blood
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Fungal Infection
Cubicin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cubicin safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Cubicin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Unknown -
Is the use of Cubicin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Cubicin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Cubicin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Cubicin on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cubicin on the Liver?
Cubicin is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cubicin on the Heart?
Cubicin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Cubicin with Other Drugs
Cubicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
Cubicin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cubicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Cubicin
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Is this Cubicin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cubicin.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cubicin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Cubicin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cubicin for mental disorders.
No
Cubicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cubicin
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Cubicin, due to a lack of research on this.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cubicin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cubicin.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 396-398
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cubicin® (daptomycin)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 396-398
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cubicin® (daptomycin)
