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BRAND NAMES:
Oravig
Generic Names:
Oravig
Uses:
Treats fungal (yeast) infections in the mouth and throat (oral thrush). This is an antifungal.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antifungal
Forms:
Tablet
How it’s taken:
Between cheek and gum
What is Oravig used for?
Oravig is a buccal pill taken once a day to prevent the growth of candida fungal infection. Oravig works by dissolving itself into the saliva to treat a condition called oral thrush. This is commonly associated with the candida fungus.
What form(s) does Oravig come in
Tablet
What are common Oravig doses?
Tablet 50MG
Common Oravig prescriptions
Oravig
50mg tablet
How to take Oravig
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
To use the buccal tablet:Apply the tablet in the morning, after brushing your teeth.With dry hands, place the rounded side of one tablet on your upper gum above the incisor tooth. You have a right and left incisor tooth. They are just to the right and left of your 2 front teeth.Hold the tablet in place by placing your fingertip over the upper lip for 30 seconds. This will make the tablet stick to your gum.Allow the tablet to dissolve. Do not crush, chew, or swallow the tablet.It is not a problem if the tablet sticks to the cheek or the inside of the lip.If the tablet does not stick or falls off within the first 6 hours, use the same tablet and put it on again. If it still does not stick, use a new tablet.If you swallow the tablet within the first 6 hours, drink a glass of water and place a new tablet on your gum.If the tablet falls off after 6 hours or longer, do not apply a new tablet. Wait for your next dose.You may eat or drink normally when the tablet is in place, but chewing gum should be avoided.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
To use the buccal tablet:Apply the tablet in the morning, after brushing your teeth.With dry hands, place the rounded side of one tablet on your upper gum above the incisor tooth. You have a right and left incisor tooth. They are just to the right and left of your 2 front teeth.Hold the tablet in place by placing your fingertip over the upper lip for 30 seconds. This will make the tablet stick to your gum.Allow the tablet to dissolve. Do not crush, chew, or swallow the tablet.It is not a problem if the tablet sticks to the cheek or the inside of the lip.If the tablet does not stick or falls off within the first 6 hours, use the same tablet and put it on again. If it still does not stick, use a new tablet.If you swallow the tablet within the first 6 hours, drink a glass of water and place a new tablet on your gum.If the tablet falls off after 6 hours or longer, do not apply a new tablet. Wait for your next dose.You may eat or drink normally when the tablet is in place, but chewing gum should be avoided.
Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
What to do if you miss a dose of Oravig
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Oral routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Oravig contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to miconazole or milk proteins.
Oravig warnings
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
Unusual bleeding or bruising.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease.
This medicine may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; hoarseness; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Oravig interactions
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using phenytoin (Dilantin®, Phenytek®), a blood thinner (such as warfarin, Coumadin®, or Jantoven®), diabetes medicines that you take by mouth (such as glyburide, metformin, Actos®, Avandia®, Glucotrol®, or Glucovance®), or an ergot medicine (such as ergotamine, Cafergot®, Ergomar®, or Wigraine®).
This medicine may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; hoarseness; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
Oravig side effects
Serious Side Effects
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Unusual bleeding or bruising.
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Pain, redness, and swelling of the gums.
Fever, chills, cough, runny nose, sore throat, and body aches.
Less Serious Side Effects
Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or upper stomach pain.
Itching skin.
Loss of taste.
Dry mouth.
Headache.