Generic name:oritavancin [ or-IT-a-VAN-sin ]
Brand names: Kimyrsa, Orbactiv
Drug class:Glycopeptide antibiotics
What is Kimyrsa?
Kimyrsa is an antibiotic that is used to treat severe skin infections caused by bacteria.
Kimyrsa 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 Kimyrsa 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.
Kimyrsa is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How is Kimyrsa given?
Kimyrsa is injected into a vein by a healthcare provider, usually as a single dose.
Kimyrsa is injected slowly over 3 hours.
Call your doctor promptly if your symptoms do not improve after receiving Kimyrsa.
Kimyrsa 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 ...
