Valganciclovir (Hetero) TM
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Active ingredients: valganciclovir
Pack: Valganciclovir (Hetero) 450 mg tablet, 60, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALGANCICLOVIR HETERO valganciclovir (as hydrochloride) 450 mg film coated tablet blister 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)
Valganciclovir is indicated for the treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Valganciclovir is indicated for the prophylaxis of CMV infection and disease following solid organ transplantation in patients at risk of CMV disease.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Pink oval biconvex film coated tablets debossed with 'J' on one side and '156' on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- 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
- 60 TABLETS pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valganciclovir
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
