How to Pronounce Daptomycin (Cubicin)
dap-toe-MY-sin
IPA: /dæp.tɒɛ.ˈmj.sɪn/
Brand name: Cubicin
dap
toe
MY
sin
Daptomycin is pronounced dap-toe-MY-sin
How do you pronounce Daptomycin?
Daptomycin is pronounced “dap-toe-MY-sin”. It has 4 syllables: dap ‑ toe ‑ my ‑ sin. The stress falls on the third syllable, “my”.
How many syllables are in Daptomycin?
Daptomycin has 4 syllables: dap ‑ toe ‑ my ‑ sin.
What does Daptomycin mean?
Daptomycin is a lipopeptide antibiotic used for complicated skin infections and MRSA bacteremia. It disrupts bacterial cell membrane function through calcium-dependent insertion.
Word Parts
suffix
-mycin
antibiotic (Streptomyces-derived)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "DAP-toe-my-sin" — stress on MY: dap-toe-MY-sin
Where You'll Encounter This
Bacterial infections, prophylaxis. Treats bacterial infections. Always complete the full course as prescribed.
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