Glatira TM
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Active ingredients: glatiramer acetate
Brand name
(ARTG)
: GLATIRA glatiramer acetate 40 mg/1mL solution for injection prefilled syringeDownload 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)
Reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.,Treatment of patients with a single clinical event suggestive of multiple sclerosis and at least two clinically silent MRI lesions characteristic of multiple sclerosis, if alternative diagnoses have been excluded.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- Clear solution in a clear, colourless glass syringe equipped with needle covered by a needle shield, stopper and piston rod.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Store in Original Container
- 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
- 12 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 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 glatiramer acetate
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
