Orbactiv
Generic name:oritavancin [ or-IT-a-VAN-sin ]
Brand names: Kimyrsa, Orbactiv
Drug class:Glycopeptide antibiotics
What is Orbactiv?
Orbactiv is an antibiotic that is used to treat severe skin infections caused by bacteria.
Orbactiv may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.
Before taking this medicine
You should not receive Orbactiv if you are allergic to it, or if you will be using "unfractionated" heparin within 5 days after your receive this medicine injection.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
an allergic reaction to medicines such as dalbavancin, telavancin, or vancomycin; or
if you use a blood thinner (such as warfarin) and you have routine "INR" or prothrombin time tests.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Orbactiv is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How is Orbactiv given?
Orbactiv is injected into a vein by a healthcare provider, usually as a single dose.
Orbactiv is injected slowly over 3 hours.
Call your doctor promptly if your symptoms do not improve after receiving Orbactiv.
Orbactiv can affect the results of certain medical tests for up to 5 days after your injection. Tell any doctor who treats you that you have been treated with this medicine.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Since Orbactiv is given in a single dose, it does not have a daily dosing schedule.
What happens if I overdose?
In a medical setting an overdose would be treated quickly.
What should I avoid after receiving Orbactiv?
Avoid taking anti-diarrhea medicine without first asking your doctor. Diarrhea may be a sign of a new infection.
For at least 5 days after receiving Orbactiv, avoid using heparin.
