A number of factors make Oravig® an effective delivery system for a drug treating candidiasis in the mouth; these include:
Oravig® has special ingredients that combine with the moisture in your mouth to help stick to your gum and slowly dissolve, releasing miconazole during the day to treat oral thrush.
Oravig® is applied once daily for the treatment of oral thrush:
Oravig® should be stored at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions between 15° and 30°C (59° to 86°F) permitted at room temperature. Protect from moisture and keep out of reach of children.
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Q: Should I discontinue Oravig® if my symptoms subside?
A. No. Do not discontinue Oravig® treatment prior to 14 days even if the signs and symptoms of the yeast infection begin to subside.
Q: Do I swallow Oravig®?
A. No. Do not crush, chew, or swallow Oravig®.
Q: What do I do if I accidentally swallow the tablet?
A. If you swallow Oravig® within the first 6 hours of placing it, drink a glass of water and place a new Oravig® tablet on your gum. If Oravig® is swallowed after it was in place for 6 hours or more, do not apply a new Oravig® tablet. Wait until your next regularly scheduled dose. Oravig’s active ingredient, miconazole, has minimal gastrointestinal absorption.
Q: When should I apply Oravig®?
A. Oravig® should be applied in the morning, after brushing your teeth.
Q: What do I do if Oravig® falls off or comes loose?
A. If Oravig® comes loose within 6 hours, try to reapply it. If the tablet still does not stick, apply a new tablet. If Oravig® falls off after 6 hours, do not apply a new tablet. Wait until your next regularly scheduled dose.
Q: How long will Oravig® stay in my mouth?
A. Oravig® was designed to slowly dissolve during the day. In clinical studies, over half of Oravig® tablets were still in place at 12 hours. However, this time will vary from person to person.
Q: Can I eat and drink while Oravig® is in place?
A. Yes. You can eat and drink while taking Oravig®. Always double check to see if Oravig® is still in place after you brush your teeth, rinse your mouth, eat, or drink.
Q: How does Oravig® stick to my gum?
A. Oravig® has special ingredients that combine with the moisture in your mouth to help Oravig® stick to your gum.
Q: How will using Oravig® impact my daily routine?
A. Oravig® is applied once per day, so there is no need for multiple daily doses. You will still be able to eat, drink, and go about your daily routine while the Oravig® tablet is in place.
Q: Does Oravig® taste or smell bad?
A. Oravig® is flavorless and odorless.
Oravig® is available at many independent and retail pharmacies. If you are unable to find this product locally, Sterling Specialty Pharmacy is able to mail to patients across the US. Should your healthcare
provider choose to prescribe Oravig®,
click here to download an information sheet
to give to them.
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Pharmacy Name: Sterling Specialty Pharmacy, Mendota Heights, MN
Phone Number: 888-618-4126
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Indication
Important Safety Information
Read the Patient Information that comes with Oravig® before you start taking it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This brochure does not take the place of talking with your doctor or about your medical condition or your treatment.
Do not use Oravig® if you:
Before taking Oravig®, tell your doctor if you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Oravig® may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how Oravig® works.
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
Allergic reactions. Tell your doctor or get emergency medical help right away if you have any of the symptoms below:
The most common side effects of Oravig® include diarrhea, change in taste, headache, upper stomach (abdominal) pain, nausea and vomiting. Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of Oravig®. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Healthcare professionals and patients should report any adverse events associated with Tolectin to the FDA's MedWatch program at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
For additional information about Oravig®, please refer to the Full Prescribing Info.