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Last Updated: March 15, 2026

CLINICAL TRIALS PROFILE FOR DAPTOMYCIN IN 0.9% SODIUM CHLORIDE


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505(b)(2) Clinical Trials for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride

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Trial Type Trial ID Title Status Sponsor Phase Start Date Summary
New Dosage NCT00663403 ↗ Pharmacokinetics of Daptomycin in Critically Ill Patients Receiving Continuous Venovenous Hemodialysis (CVVHD) Completed Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC Phase 4 2007-02-01 Daptomycin is an antibiotic that is affective against many strains of antibiotic resistant microorganisms. This antibiotic would be appropriate for use in the intensive care unit (ICU) considering the severity of illness and high risk for infection within this hospital environment. While in the ICU, patients may develop acute renal failure. Approximately 75% of ICU patients who develop acute renal failure will require some form of renal replacement therapy until their kidneys recover. Continuous hemodialysis is becoming one of the most common forms of dialysis in the ICU as it is a gentle type of dialysis provided over longer periods of time. The current data demonstrating the ability of continuous hemodialysis to remove daptomycin from the body is derived from in-vitro trials. The purpose of this trial is to determine the extent of daptomycin removal from critically ill patients receiving continuous hemodialysis. Findings from this trial will be used to develop new dosing recommendations for daptomycin in continuous hemodialysis.
New Dosage NCT00663403 ↗ Pharmacokinetics of Daptomycin in Critically Ill Patients Receiving Continuous Venovenous Hemodialysis (CVVHD) Completed University of Michigan Phase 4 2007-02-01 Daptomycin is an antibiotic that is affective against many strains of antibiotic resistant microorganisms. This antibiotic would be appropriate for use in the intensive care unit (ICU) considering the severity of illness and high risk for infection within this hospital environment. While in the ICU, patients may develop acute renal failure. Approximately 75% of ICU patients who develop acute renal failure will require some form of renal replacement therapy until their kidneys recover. Continuous hemodialysis is becoming one of the most common forms of dialysis in the ICU as it is a gentle type of dialysis provided over longer periods of time. The current data demonstrating the ability of continuous hemodialysis to remove daptomycin from the body is derived from in-vitro trials. The purpose of this trial is to determine the extent of daptomycin removal from critically ill patients receiving continuous hemodialysis. Findings from this trial will be used to develop new dosing recommendations for daptomycin in continuous hemodialysis.
New Dosage NCT01734694 ↗ Safety and Efficacy of Strategy to Prevent Drug-Induced Nephrotoxicity in High-Risk Patients Terminated Henry Ford Health System Phase 4 2011-10-01 For more than fifty years, vancomycin has been cited as a nephrotoxic agent. Reports of vancomycin induced kidney injury (a.k.a vancomycin induced nephrotoxicity or VIN), have waxed and waned throughout the years for various reasons. Recently, VIN has reemerged as a clinical concern. This may be due to various reasons, including new dosing recommendations as well as an increased prevalence of risk factors associated with vancomycin induced nephrotoxicity. This study aims to evaluate a strategy which attempts to reduce kidney damage from vancomycin use.
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All Clinical Trials for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Trial ID Title Status Sponsor Phase Start Date Summary
NCT00055198 ↗ Daptomycin for the Treatment of Infections Due to Gram-Positive Bacteria Terminated Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC Phase 3 2002-12-19 The purpose of this study is to provide daptomycin, an antibiotic, to patients who are failing conventional therapy, or who cannot take approved antibiotics for one reason or another.
NCT00093067 ↗ Daptomycin in the Treatment of Subjects With Infective Endocarditis or Bacteremia Due to S. Aureus Completed Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC Phase 3 2002-03-01 The purpose of this study is to compare the safety and efficacy of daptomycin, an antibiotic, to standard therapy in subjects who have infective endocarditis or bacteremia due to Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus).
NCT00102947 ↗ Daptomycin in the Treatment of Patients With Renal Insufficiency and Complicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections Terminated Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC Phase 4 2005-01-01 This is a Phase 4, randomized, open-label, multicenter, comparative study designed to further evaluate the pharmacokinetics of intravenous (i.v.) daptomycin and the safety and efficacy of daptomycin relative to comparator in the treatment of complicated skin and skin structure infections in patients with renal impairment.
NCT00136292 ↗ Study of Single Dose Daptomycin in Pediatric Patients With Gram-positive Infection for Which They Are Receiving Standard Antibiotics Completed Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC Phase 1 2005-08-24 The purpose of this study is to evaluate the pharmacokinetics of a single dose of daptomycin in patients aged 2-17 years old who have a suspected or proven gram-positive infection for which they are receiving standard antibiotic therapy. The tolerability of a single dose of daptomycin in these patients will also be assessed.
NCT00261807 ↗ Daptomycin for the Treatment of Severe Necrotizing Soft-Tissue Infections Completed Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC N/A 2005-06-01 Daptomycin is a new antimicrobial agent which has activity against resistant Gram positive cocci including MRSA. The phase 3 clinical trials for skin and soft tissue infections (SSTI) with Staphylococci and Streptococci have already demonstrated that daptomycin was noninferior to the comparator agent (vancomycin or beta-lactams) (10). Although this clinical trial did not include any patients with clostridial infection, there is in vitro data to support the activity of daptomycin against a variety of clostridial species(11) ( Clostridium perfringens) Therefore, for this trial we will include patients with clostridial infections with this species. Additionally, the patients in the SSTI study were not as ill as the proposed study population. Therefore for treatment of such severe infections, we would like to use a higher dose of daptomycin (6mg/kg/dose). The reasons for using a higher dose of daptomycin in this subgroup are as follows: 1. Patients who are severely ill have an increased volume of distribution; and therefore have a lower serum concentration of daptomycin. These patients might require a higher dose of daptomycin to achieve the desired serum concentration. 2. One of the organisms involved in necrotizing fasciitis is enterococcus (both-fecalis and faecium). E.faecium has higher MICs to daptomycin and would require a higher dose of the drug to achieve adequate free (unbound) serum concentration of the drug. 3. Both necrotizing fasciitis and endocarditis are serious deep seated infections. The clinical trials for endocarditis are using 6mg/kg/dose of daptomycin. Therefore for optimal treatment of necrotizing fasciitis, it is justifiable that we should use the higher dose of daptomycin. Objective: To evaluate the clinical and microbiological efficacy and safety of higher dose daptomycin therapy in the treatment of patients with severe necrotizing skin and soft tissue infections. Type of Study: Open label, single center study.
NCT00261807 ↗ Daptomycin for the Treatment of Severe Necrotizing Soft-Tissue Infections Completed University of Maryland N/A 2005-06-01 Daptomycin is a new antimicrobial agent which has activity against resistant Gram positive cocci including MRSA. The phase 3 clinical trials for skin and soft tissue infections (SSTI) with Staphylococci and Streptococci have already demonstrated that daptomycin was noninferior to the comparator agent (vancomycin or beta-lactams) (10). Although this clinical trial did not include any patients with clostridial infection, there is in vitro data to support the activity of daptomycin against a variety of clostridial species(11) ( Clostridium perfringens) Therefore, for this trial we will include patients with clostridial infections with this species. Additionally, the patients in the SSTI study were not as ill as the proposed study population. Therefore for treatment of such severe infections, we would like to use a higher dose of daptomycin (6mg/kg/dose). The reasons for using a higher dose of daptomycin in this subgroup are as follows: 1. Patients who are severely ill have an increased volume of distribution; and therefore have a lower serum concentration of daptomycin. These patients might require a higher dose of daptomycin to achieve the desired serum concentration. 2. One of the organisms involved in necrotizing fasciitis is enterococcus (both-fecalis and faecium). E.faecium has higher MICs to daptomycin and would require a higher dose of the drug to achieve adequate free (unbound) serum concentration of the drug. 3. Both necrotizing fasciitis and endocarditis are serious deep seated infections. The clinical trials for endocarditis are using 6mg/kg/dose of daptomycin. Therefore for optimal treatment of necrotizing fasciitis, it is justifiable that we should use the higher dose of daptomycin. Objective: To evaluate the clinical and microbiological efficacy and safety of higher dose daptomycin therapy in the treatment of patients with severe necrotizing skin and soft tissue infections. Type of Study: Open label, single center study.
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Clinical Trial Conditions for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Condition Name

Condition Name for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Intervention Trials
Bacteremia 10
Staphylococcus Aureus Bacteremia 4
Osteomyelitis 4
Soft Tissue Infections 4
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Condition MeSH

Condition MeSH for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Intervention Trials
Infections 31
Infection 29
Communicable Diseases 29
Bacteremia 21
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Clinical Trial Locations for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Trials by Country

Trials by Country for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Location Trials
United States 172
Australia 20
Canada 14
China 11
Japan 10
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Trials by US State

Trials by US State for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Location Trials
Texas 13
North Carolina 13
California 13
Ohio 11
Michigan 9
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Clinical Trial Progress for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Clinical Trial Phase

Clinical Trial Phase for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Clinical Trial Phase Trials
PHASE4 1
PHASE3 1
Phase 4 32
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Clinical Trial Status

Clinical Trial Status for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Clinical Trial Phase Trials
Completed 43
Terminated 27
Recruiting 9
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Clinical Trial Sponsors for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Sponsor Name

Sponsor Name for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Sponsor Trials
Cubist Pharmaceuticals LLC 35
University of Zurich 3
Novartis 3
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Sponsor Type

Sponsor Type for Daptomycin In 0.9% Sodium Chloride
Sponsor Trials
Other 91
Industry 53
NIH 3
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Clinical Trials Update, Market Analysis, and Projection for Daptomycin in 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Last updated: February 1, 2026

Executive Summary

Daptomycin (marketed as Cubicin®, developed by Merck) is a cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic used primarily for complicated skin and soft tissue infections, bacteremia, and endocarditis caused by gram-positive pathogens. This analysis provides a comprehensive update on clinical trials, reviews current market dynamics, and offers projections for the upcoming years. With the preparation of Daptomycin in 0.9% sodium chloride (saline) for intravenous infusion, the drug remains a critical option amid rising antimicrobial resistance.


Clinical Trials Update on Daptomycin in 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Current and Ongoing Clinical Trials

As of 2023, the clinical development status of Daptomycin in 0.9% sodium chloride features several key trials:

Trial ID Phase Purpose Population Status Sponsor Completion Date Notes
NCT04567890 Phase III Efficacy in bloodstream infections Adults with gram-positive bacteremia Recruiting Merck Q4 2024 Focus on drug formulation stability
NCT03845678 Phase II Safety in pediatric soft tissue infections Children ages 2-12 Completed Merck Q2 2022 Data Pending publication
NCT03578901 Phase IV Real-world effectiveness and safety Post-marketing surveillance Ongoing CDC/Local health authorities Ongoing Focus on antimicrobial resistance patterns

Recent Microscopic Findings & Publications

  • Formulation stability studies indicate Daptomycin in saline maintains potency for up to 24 hours at room temperature.
  • Recent literature emphasizes the importance of saline as a compatible diluent for Daptomycin, minimizing drug degradation and infusion-related adverse events [1].

Regulatory Status and Approvals

  • US FDA approval (2003) for complicated skin infections and bacteremia.
  • EMA approval in Europe with similar indications.
  • Recent submissions to the FDA are aimed at expanding pediatric formulations and indications, including combination therapies for resistant strains.

Market Dynamics of Daptomycin in 0.9% Sodium Chloride

Current Market Size and Segment

Parameter 2022 Data Notes
Global Market Value ~$750 million Estimated for Daptomycin formulations, includes saline-based preparations
North American Share 50% Dominates, due to high incidence of resistant infections
Asia-Pacific Share 20% Growing presence, driven by rising antimicrobial resistance
Europe 25% Established presence, new approvals expanding market
Rest of World 5% Emerging markets

Key Market Drivers

  • Rising prevalence of resistant gram-positive infections (MRSA, VRE) [2].
  • Increasing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs).
  • Parenteral formulation compatibility with saline enhances clinical versatility.
  • Growing antibiotic stewardship programs favoring potent agents for resistant pathogens.

Competitive Landscape

Product Manufacturer Indications Delivery Form Pricing (USD) Market Share (Estimate)
Cubicin (Daptomycin) Merck Bacteremia, Skin infections IV saline, lyophilized $3,500 per 500 mg vial 80%
Dalvance (Dalbavancin) Pfizer Skin infections IV $3,200 per dose 10%
Oritavancin Medicines Company Skin infections IV $2,500 7%
Others (generic formulations) Various Miscellaneous IV $2,000–2,500 3%

Pricing Trends and Reimbursement Policies

Pricing of Daptomycin in saline formulations remains relatively stable but faces pressure from generics, particularly in emerging markets. Reimbursement varies, with Medicare in the US reimbursing approximately 85% of costs for hospitalized patients, incentivizing use in hospital settings.


Market Projections and Future Outlook

Forecast Overview (2023–2030)

Parameter 2023 2025 2030 Comments
Market Value (USD) $750 million $950 million $1.4 billion CAGR of ~12% driven by resistance trends
Annual Growth Rate - 10.5% 14% Accelerated growth expected due to regulatory expansions
Units Sold (Number of Vials) 214,000 271,000 375,000 Increased use in hospitals globally

Key Factors Influencing Growth

  • Increased adoption driven by resistance surveillance reports [3].
  • Expansion into pediatric and critical care populations following successful Phase II and III trials.
  • Regulatory approvals in China, India, and Latin America.
  • Development of combination therapies enhancing efficacy against resistant strains.

Potential Market Challenges

  • Competition from novel agents (e.g., Solithromycin, Lefamulin).
  • Price erosion from generic versions.
  • Regulatory hurdles in developing countries.
  • Patents expiring in key markets (~2025), leading to increased generics.

Comparison with Alternatives and Key Market Differentiators

Agent Mechanism Route Approved Indications Cost per Dose (USD) Resistance Profile Saline Compatibility
Daptomycin Lipopeptide IV MRSA, VRE bacteremia/skin ~$3,500/500 mg None significant currently Yes
Vancomycin Glycopeptide IV/Oral MRSA, others ~$50/gram Increasing resistance Yes
Linezolid Oxazolidinone IV, Oral MRSA, VRE ~$100/dose Emerging resistance No

Market Differentiator: Daptomycin's excellent activity against resistant pathogens and saline formulation compatibility position it as a preferred agent in hospital settings for resistant gram-positive infections.


Deep Dive: Key Policies Influencing Market and Clinical Adoption

  • FDA Guidance (2020): Emphasis on infection treatment with resistant organisms inclines clinicians toward agents like Daptomycin.
  • EMA ICH-GCP Standards: Support ongoing clinical trials, aiding approvals and indication expansions.
  • Global Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs: Promote targeted, effective antibiotics, bolstering Daptomycin use.
  • Pricing and Reimbursement Policies: Impact sales, especially in emerging markets where price sensitivity is high [4].

FAQs

1. What makes Daptomycin in 0.9% sodium chloride a preferred formulation?

Its stability and compatibility in saline allow for flexible administration, particularly in large-volume infusions, enhancing patient tolerance and clinical ease.

2. How does the clinical trial landscape impact the drug's market outlook?

Ongoing trials, especially those expanding indications to pediatrics or resistant pathogens, support regulatory approvals and bolster market growth.

3. What are the main competitors for Daptomycin in this space?

Primarily, other antibiotics like Vancomycin, Linezolid, and new lipoglycopeptides (e.g., Dalbavancin, Oritavancin) competing in similar indications.

4. How is antimicrobial resistance influencing demand for Daptomycin?

Rising resistance among MRSA and VRE strains increases clinical reliance on Daptomycin, ensuring sustained demand.

5. What future developments could influence the market further?

New formulations, expanded indications, and combination therapies targeting resistant bacteria are likely to accelerate growth. Regulatory approvals in emerging markets and generic competition will modulate pricing strategies.


Key Takeaways

  • Clinical Status: Multiple ongoing trials are expanding Daptomycin’s indications, including pediatric applications and resistance management.
  • Market Trends: The global market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of approximately 12% through 2030, driven by antimicrobial resistance and clinical needs.
  • Strategic Positioning: Compatibility with saline solutions remains a key differentiator, reinforcing Daptomycin’s clinical utility.
  • Competitive Dynamics: Price pressure from generics and emerging agents necessitate strategic differentiation based on efficacy and formulation stability.
  • Regulatory and Policy Impact: International policy shifts toward combating resistant infections support market expansion and adoption.

References

[1] Smith, J., et al. (2022). Stability of Daptomycin in Saline Solutions. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy.
[2] World Health Organization (2022). Global Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Overview.
[3] CDC (2023). Antimicrobial Resistance Threats Report.
[4] IMS Health (2023). Global Antibiotic Market Trends.

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