Cost varies a lot by country, provider, dose, and duration. In the United States, IV daptomycin (often sold as Cubicin) is expensive.
- Rough price for a 500 mg vial: about $1,000–$2,000, depending on supplier and payer.
- Typical dosing for many adults is 4–6 mg/kg once daily. For a 70 kg person that’s about 280–420 mg per day, usually given as one 500 mg vial per day (some waste is common).
- Rough drug-cost per day: about $1,000–$2,000.
- Rough drug-cost for a full course (drug only, not infusions or hospital charges):
- 7 days: roughly $7,000–$14,000
- 14 days: roughly $14,000–$28,000
Notes:
- Actual out-of-pocket can be much lower with insurance, hospital contracts, or patient-assistance programs.
- Longer courses or heavier body weight can change the vial needs (e.g., more than one vial per day in some dosing scenarios).
- Prices in other countries can be higher or lower depending on local pricing and availability; generic options may or may not be available.
If you tell me your country, approximate weight, intended daily dose (mg/kg), and planned duration, I can give a more tailored rough estimate. If you want an exact current price, your best bet is to check with your pharmacy or insurer or use a price comparison tool for your area.