Daptomycin's a novel lipopeptide antibiotic used in the treatment of certain infections caused by Gram-positive organisms. It's a naturally-occurring compound found in the soil saprotroph Streptomyces roseosporus. Its distinct mechanism of action means that it may be useful in treating infections caused by multi-resistant bacteria. It's marketed in the United States under the trade name Cubicin (Cubist Pharmaceuticals). History The compound was originally discovered by researchers at Eli Lilly… (More on Daptomycin)