Brand name: Yonsa Mpred TM
Active ingredients: abiraterone, methylprednisolone
What it is used for
YONSA MPRED is indicated for the treatment of patients with: newly diagnosed high-risk metastatic hormone sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) in combination with androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), or; patients with metastatic advanced prostate cancer (castration resistant prostate cancer, mCRPC) who are asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic after failure of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) or; patients with mCRPC who have received prior chemotherapy containing a taxane.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Tablet
White to almost white, round, flat, bevelled edge, scored tablets.
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
Part 2: Tablet
White to off-white modified oval shaped tablet debossed with 125 FP
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
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.
Storage instructions
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
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.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredients: methylprednisolone
These medicines are generally considered safe during pregnancy if they are taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
For the active ingredients: abiraterone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking these medicines. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of these medicines during pregnancy.
Download leaflet
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems