Dalbavancin Intravenous and Exubera

• Generic Name: dalbavancin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Dalvance

Dalbavancin injection is used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) in adults. It belongs to the family of medicines called antibiotics. Dalbavancin works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. Dalbavancin will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Dalbavancin is to be given only or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: insulin inhalation, rapid acting
• Dosage Forms: inhalation powder
• Other Brand Names: Exubera, Afrezza, Exubera, EXUBERA Combination Pack 12, EXUBERA Combination Pack 15, EXUBERA Kit, Afrezza 4 unit- 8 unit, Afrezza 8 unit- 12 unit, Afrezza Titration Pack

Insulin inhalation (Exubera) was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2007 due to lack of consumer demand for the product. No drug safety concerns were cited in this withdrawal.

Exubera is a rapid-acting form of human insulin that is inhaled through the mouth. It works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood.

Exubera is used to treat type 1 (insulin dependent) or type 2 (non-insulin dependent) diabetes in adults.