Diacomit (Chiesi) TM
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Active ingredients: stiripentol
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DIACOMIT stiripentol 500 mg capsule 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)
DIACOMIT is indicated for adjunctive treatment of generalised tonic-clonic and clonic seizures associated with severe myoclonic epilepsy in infancy (SMEI, also known as Dravet syndrome) in patients whose seizures are not adequately controlled with a benzodiazepine (usually clobazam) and valproate.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule
- Oral
- white capsule of size 0 with self-locking closure imprinted with Diacomit 500 mg
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- 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
- 60 capsules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient stiripentol
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
This medicine is under additional monitoring as it is new or being used in a different way. You can help identify new safety information by reporting any side effects you may get.
- You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
- For more information on the Black Triangle Scheme and how to report side effects, see www.tga.gov.au/black-triangle-scheme