Orkambi 150/188 TM
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Active ingredients: lumacaftor + ivacaftor
Pack: Orkambi 150/188 granules, 56 sachets
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ORKAMBI 150/188 lumacaftor/ivacaftor 150mg/188mg granules sachetDownload 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)
ORKAMBI is indicated for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) in patients aged 1 year and older who are homozygous for the F508del mutation in the CFTR gene.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules
- Oral
- White to off-white granules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 56 sachets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient lumacaftor + ivacaftor
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
