Icatibant (GH) 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: icatibant
Pack: Icatibant (GH) 30 mg/3 mL injection, 3 mL syringe
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ICATIBANT GH icatibant (as acetate) 30 mg/3 mL solution for injection pre-filled syringeWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Icatibant GH is indicated for symptomatic treatment of acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE) in adults, adolescents and children aged 2 years and older with C1-esterase-inhibitor deficiency.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- Clear, colourless solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 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 syringe with 1 x 25 G Luer lock needle pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient icatibant
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
