You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
INDICATIONS AS AT 17 JAN 2005 : Tachycardias, such as paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, (except in WPW syndrome, see "Precautions"), atrial flutter with rapid conduction, extrasystoles. For the prophylaxis and/or therapy of ectopic arrhythmias (predominantly ventricular extrasystoles) in halothane anaesthesia and in the application of adrenaline in halothane anaesthesia, respectively. Acute hypertension. Acute coronary insufficiency.,Tachycardias, such as paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, (except in WPW syndrome, see "Precautions"), atrial flutter with rapid conduction, extrasystoles. For the prophylaxis and/or therapy of ectopic arrhythmias (predominantly ventricular extrasystoles) in halothane anaesthesia and in the application of adrenaline in halothane anaesthesia, respectively. Acute hypertension. Acute coronary insufficiency.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
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Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Immediate Release Tablets,ISOPTIN is indicated for:,-Hypertension,- Angina of effort,- Angina at rest,- Vasospastic angina (including Prinzmetals variant angina),- Tachyarrhythmias including paroxysmal supra-ventricular tachycardia,- Atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response,- Atrial flutter with rapid ventricular response
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
White, biconvex film coated tablets, embossed "Isoptin 80" on the front and "Knoll" above the score on the back.
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Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on June 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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