Baxdela Intravenous and Denosumab

• Generic Name: delafloxacin
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Baxdela

Delafloxacin injection is used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI).

Delafloxacin belongs to the class of drugs, known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: denosumab
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Prolia, Xgeva

Denosumab is a monoclonal antibody. Monoclonal antibodies are made to target and destroy only certain cells in the body. This may help to protect healthy cells from damage.

The Prolia brand of denosumab is used to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women who have high risk of bone fracture. Prolia is also used to increase bone mass in women and men with a high risk of bone fracture caused by receiving treatments for certain types of cancer.

This medication guide provides information about the Prolia brand of denosumab. Xgeva is another brand of denosumab used to prevent bone fractures and other skeletal conditions in people with tumors that have spread to the bone.

Denosumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.