Penthrox Single Combination Pack TM
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Active ingredients: methoxyflurane
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PENTHROX methoxyflurane inhalation bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 20 MARCH 1998: Self administration to conscious haemodynamically stable patients with trauma and associated pain, under supervision by personnel trained in its use (see Dosage and Administration). Monitored conscious patients who require analgesia for the relief of pain in short surgical procedures such as the change of dressings (see Dosage and Administration).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Inhalation
- Inhalation
- Clear colourless liquid
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 x 1.5mL bottle and 10 x1.5mL bottle pack
- 3mL x 1 bottle pack
- 3mL x 1 bottle (Starter Pack) pack
- 3mL x 10 bottles pack
- 3mL x 20 bottles pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient methoxyflurane
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.
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
