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Xeomin TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: incobotulinumtoxina

Brand name

(ARTG)

: XEOMIN, incobotulinumtoxinA, 100 units; purified neurotoxin, free from complexing proteins

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What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Xeomin is indicated in adults for the treatment of:, Cervical dystonia (spasmodic torticollis), Blepharospasm, Spasticity of the upper limb, Chronic sialorrhea due to neurological disorders, Upper facial lines,- Glabellar frown lines,- Lateral periorbital lines (crows feet),- Horizontal forehead lines,Xeomin is indicated in children and adolescents aged 2 years to 17 years for the symptomatic treatment of:, Chronic sialorrhea due to neurological/neurodevelopmental disorders, Spasticity of the lower and/or upper limbs

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Injection, powder for
  • Intramuscular
  • Powder for injection, white to off-white solid, supplied in a glass vial closed with a rubber stopper and sealed with an aluminium cap

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • 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 Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 100 LD50 Units pack

Is this medicine subsidised ?

(PBS)

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November, 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 incobotulinumtoxina

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.

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