Cubicin RF and Jolivette

• Generic Name: daptomycin
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Cubicin, Cubicin RF

Cubicin RF is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin and underlying tissues, and infections that have entered the bloodstream.

Cubicin RF is used for complicated infections, including MRSA or "super bug" infections. MRSA stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

Cubicin RF may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: norethindrone
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Aygestin, Camila, Errin, Jolivette, Nora-Be, Ortho Micronor, Deblitane, Heather, Jencycla, Nor-QD, Norlyda, Tulana, Incassia

Jolivette is a form of progesterone, a female hormone important for regulating ovulation and menstruation.

Jolivette is used for birth control (contraception) to prevent pregnancy.

Jolivette is also used to treat menstrual disorders, endometriosis, or abnormal vaginal bleeding caused by a hormone imbalance.

Not all brands of Jolivette are for the same uses. Some brands are for use only as contraception. Others are for use in treating endometriosis or vaginal bleeding disorders. Avoid medication errors by using only the brand, form, and strength your doctor prescribes.

Jolivette may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.