How is omadacycline given?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Omadacycline oral is taken by mouth. Take the tablets with water on an empty stomach, at least 4 hours after you last ate or drank anything other than water.
For at least 2 hours after taking the tablets: do not eat or drink anything except water.
For at least 4 hours after taking the tablets:
- Do not eat or drink any dairy product such as milk, cheese, or yogurt.
- Do not take a vitamin or mineral supplement that contains iron.
- Do not take an antacid (including Maalox, Milk of Magnesia, Mylanta, Pepcid Complete, Rolaids, Tums, Pepto-Bismol, and others).
Omadacycline injection is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give your first dose and may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand all instructions.
Omadacycline injection must be mixed with a liquid (diluent) in an IV bag before using it. The injection must be given slowly, and the infusion can take 30 to 60 minutes to complete. Do not use if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
Store the tablets at room temperature away from moisture and heat. You may store the IV bag at room temperature for up to 24 hours.
You may also store the IV bag in a refrigerator for up to 48 hours. Take the bag out of the refrigerator and let it reach room temperature for 60 minutes before injecting your dose. Keep the bag in an upright position.
Do not freeze this medicine.
Use a needle and syringe only once and then place them in a puncture-proof "sharps" container. Follow state or local laws about how to dispose of this container. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Use omadacycline 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. Omadacycline will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.