Dalbavancin
Generic name: dalbavancin [ DAL-ba-VAN-sin ]
Brand name: Dalvance
Dosage form: intravenous powder for injection (500 mg)
Drug class:Glycopeptide antibiotics
What is dalbavancin?
Dalbavancin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.
Dalbavancin is used to treat severe skin infections caused by bacteria.
Dalbavancin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Tell your caregivers if you feefl any itching, tingling, back pain, or sudden warmth in your upper body during the injection.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use dalbavancin if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
kidney disease;
liver disease; or
an allergy to other antibiotics such as vancomycin or telavancin.
It is not known whether dalbavancin will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It may not be safe to breast-feed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
How is dalbavancin given?
Dalbavancin is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
Dalbavancin is usually given in two doses, one week apart. Each infusion will take at least 30 minutes to complete.
Injecting this medicine too quickly can cause itching, tingling, rash, back pain, or sudden redness or warmth in your upper body. Tell your caregivers if you have any of these sensations during the injection.
Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. Dalbavancin will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your dalbavancin injection.
What happens if I overdose?
Since dalbavancin is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.
What should I avoid while receiving dalbavancin?
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhea medicine.
