Phenobarbital Elixir (Perrigo) TM
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Active ingredients: phenobarbital
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ORION PHENOBARBITAL ELIXIR phenobarbital 15mg/5mL oral liquid 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 16 JANUARY 2002: Treatment of epilepsy.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Oral Liquid, solution
- Oral
- Clear, syrupy liquid; characteristic butterscotch odour
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100mL pack
- 500mL pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient phenobarbital
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
