DAPTOMYCIN (daptomycin) by Hikma is 12. Approved for bacteremia, soft tissue infections, staphylococcal skin infections and 5 more indications. First approved in 2023.
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Daptomycin is a lipopeptide antibiotic administered intravenously that treats serious gram-positive bacterial infections including bacteremia, endocarditis, and skin infections. It works by disrupting bacterial cell membrane integrity, with efficacy correlating to AUC/MIC ratio in animal models.
Peak-stage IV antibiotic with established market presence; brand teams focus on market maintenance and indication expansion rather than primary launch activities.
12.1 Mechanism of Action Daptomycin is an antibacterial drug [see ]. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics Based on animal models of infection, the antimicrobial activity of daptomycin appears to correlate with the AUC/MIC (area under the concentration-time curve/minimum inhibitory concentration) ratio for certain…
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Lipopeptide Antibacterial
Safety, Efficacy, and Pharmacokinetics (PK) of Daptomycin (MK-3009) in Japanese Pediatric Subjects With Complicated Skin and Soft Tissue Infections (cSSTI) and Bacteremia (MK-3009-029)
Influence of Rifampin Co-Administration on the Pharmacokinetic Profile of Daptomycin
Safety and Efficacy Study of Daptomycin Compared to Active Comparator in Pediatric Participants With Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis (AHO) (MK-3009-006)
Safety & Efficacy of Daptomycin Versus Standard of Care (SOC) in 1 - 17 Year Olds With Staphylococcus Aureus Bacteremia (MK-3009-005)
Daptomycin Versus Vancomycin in the Treatment of Nosocomial or Healthcare-associated MRSA Bacteremia
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Upgrade to Pro — $25/moWorking on daptomycin offers stability in a mature, peak-stage antibiotic with strong hospital adoption and limited near-term patent risk (12+ years exclusivity). Roles emphasize market maintenance, hospital relationship management, and competitive differentiation in a crowded gram-positive infection space.