Oxonal 40/20 TM
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Active ingredients: oxycodone + naloxone
Pack: Oxonal 40/20 modified release tablet, 28, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Oxonal 40/20 oxycodone hydrochloride/naloxone hydrochloride 40 mg/20 mg modified release tablet blister
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Oxonal modified release tablets are indicated for the management of severe pain where:, Other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and, the pain is opioid-responsive; and, requires daily, continuous, long term treatment.,Oxonal is not indicated for use in chronic non-cancer pain other than in exceptional circumstances.,Oxonal is not indicated as an as-needed (PRN) analgesia.,The naloxone component in a fixed combination with oxycodone is indicated for the therapy and/or prophylaxis of opioid-induced constipation.,Oxonal is not indicated for the treatment of patients with restless legs syndrome.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- A yellow, 11 x 5.5mm, elliptic, biconvex coated tablet, engraved with '40' on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicines require authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
- 28 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient oxycodone + naloxone
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
