Leqvio TM
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Active ingredients: inclisiran
Pack: Leqvio 284 mg/1.5 mL injection, 1.5 mL syringe
Brand name
(ARTG)
: LEQVIO inclisiran 284 mg /1.5 mL solution for injection in pre-filled 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)
Leqvio is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in adults with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, or at high risk of a cardiovascular event:, in combination with a statin or statin with other lipid-lowering therapies in patients unable to reach LDL-C goals with the maximum tolerated dose of a statin or,, alone or in combination with other lipid-lowering therapies in patients who are statin-intolerant.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- Leqvio is supplied as a solution for injection. The solution is clear, colorless to pale yellow and essentially free of particulates.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 unit pack contains 1 pre-filled syringe 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 inclisiran
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
