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A Phase III Randomized, Open-labeled Clinical Trial of MK-3009 (Daptomycin) in Patients With Skin and Soft Tissue Infections, Septicemia and Right-sided Infective Endocarditis Caused by MRSA
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Daptomycin 4 mg/kg, Comparator: vancomycin, and 1 other intervention for Staphylococcal Infection. Completed, enrolled 122 participants.
Detailed Summary
The study investigates the efficacy and safety of MK-3009 in participants with skin infections, septicemia and right-sided infective endocarditis (RIE) caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
MK3009 (daptomycin) once daily by intravenous (IV) drip, 4 mg/kg for 7-14 days for skin and soft tissue infections (SSTI)
vancomycin 1g, twice daily (b.i.d.) by IV drip, for 7-14 days
MK-3009 (daptomycin) once daily by intravenous drip, 6 mg/kg for 14-42 days for septicemia or right-sided infective endocarditis