Heparinised Saline (Pfizer) TM
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Active ingredients: heparin
Pack: Heparinised Saline (Pfizer) 50 units/5 mL injection, 50 x 5 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: HEPARINISED SALINE 50IU/5mL (porcine mucous) injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 01 JUNE 2001 : Maintenance of the patency of intravenous injection devices.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution, free from visible impurities
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 20 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5mL x 50 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient heparin
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
