CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION

CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is used to treat complicated skin and skin structure infections and blood infections such as bacteremia (presence of bacteria in the bloodstream) and right-sided infective endocarditis (inflammation/swelling of the inner lining of the heart due to the presence of bacteria). A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter the body, multiply and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION is only effective in treating infections caused by bacteria and not effective for viral infections like flu or a common cold.

CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION contains Daptomycin, which belongs to the cyclic lipopeptide class of antibiotics. It works against various types of bacteria. This medicine works by inhibiting the process of bacterial cell wall synthesis that is required for its survival. Thus, CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION kills bacteria and prevents the growth of bacterial infection. 

CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION may cause certain common side effects such as injection site reactions, rash, vomiting, allergic reaction, chest pain, hypotension, increased sweating, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, sore throat, nausea, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects are mild and subside over time. However, if these persist, contact your doctor immediately. This medicine is a parenteral formulation. A qualified healthcare doctor will administer it. Hence, do not self-administer.

CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION should be avoided if you are allergic to it or other antibiotics. CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION should be used with caution if you have liver problems, kidney disease, myasthenia gravis, myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, eosinophilic pneumonia, peripheral neuropathy, heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). Inform your doctor if you have/had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. Birth control pills may not work effectively while using this medication. So, speak to your doctor about using non-hormonal birth control to avoid pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.

CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of bacterial infections. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION contains Daptomycin, which belongs to the cyclic lipopeptide class of antibiotics. It works against various types of bacteria. This medicine works by inhibiting the process of bacterial cell wall synthesis that is required for its survival. Thus, CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION kills bacteria and prevents the growth of bacterial infection.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Difficulty breathing
• Hypotension
• Chest pain
• Sore throat
• Increased sweating
• Injection site reactions

Avoid receiving CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION if you are allergic to it or other antibiotics. CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION should be used with caution if you have liver problems, kidney disease, myasthenia gravis, myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, eosinophilic pneumonia, peripheral neuropathy, heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). Inform your doctor if you have/had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION is ineffective for treating pneumonia and left-sided infective endocarditis. Birth control pills may not work effectively while using this medication. So, speak to your doctor about using non-hormonal birth control to avoid pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy is not established.

Drug-Drug Interactions: CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION should not be given with Typhoid vaccine (live), anti-gout medicine (allopurinol/ probenecid), birth control pills.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol while receiving CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION as it can cause serious side effects. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION should not be administered in patients with Renal dysfunction, liver disease, myopathy, peripheral neuropathy, rhabdomyolysis, and hemodialysis.

• TYPHOID VACCINE
• ALLOPURINOL
• PROBENECID
• CHOLERA VACCINE

• Diarrhea may happen as a side effect. Taking probiotics after receiving CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice blood stools or develop stomach cramps.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach and hydrate your body.
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION in fighting off infections.
• Maintain good hygiene and avoid contaminated or processed food.
• Include more fibre-enriched food like whole-grain bread and brown rice in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. 
• Avoid taking too much calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION.

• Even if you feel better after receiving CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION, do not stop the administration of it. This might cause the symptoms to reappear and will make the infection difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.
• Make sure you drink plenty of fluids when you are sick. This will, in general, help you clear out the infection faster, protect you from dehydration, and help you overcome some unpleasant side effects of taking CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION.
• Stop receiving CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION and consult your doctor immediately if you develop any allergic reactions such as itching, skin rash, swelling of the face, throat, tongue, and breathing difficulties.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can get a bacterial infection, but people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines like steroids are more prone to infections. CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION does not work against infections caused by viruses, including colds and flu. CUBICIN 350MG INJECTION is used to treat skin and skin structure infections, bacteremia and right-sided infective endocarditis.