Aplidin TM
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Active ingredients: plitidepsin, inert substance
Pack: Aplidin (1 x 2 mg vial, 1 x 4 mL inert diluent ampoule), 1 pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APLIDIN plitidepsin 2 mg powder for infusion vial and diluent ampoule composite packDownload 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)
Aplidin, in combination with dexamethasone, is indicated for the treatment of patients with relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma who have received at least three prior treatment regimens, including both a proteasome inhibitor and an immunomodulator. Aplidin may be used after two prior lines of therapy if refractory and/or intolerant to both a proteasome inhibitor and an immunomodulator.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous Infusion
- Clear, slightly viscous liquid free of visible particles
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous Infusion
- The powder is a white to off-white power or solid cake
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 60 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 vial and ampoule in a single carton pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient plitidepsin
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
This medicine is under additional monitoring as it is new or being used in a different way. You can help identify new safety information by reporting any side effects you may get.
- You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
- For more information on the Black Triangle Scheme and how to report side effects, see www.tga.gov.au/black-triangle-scheme
