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Octostim TM
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Active ingredients: desmopressin
Pack: Octostim 15 microgram/mL injection, 10 x 1 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: OCTOSTIM desmopressin acetate 15 micrograms/1mL injection, ampouleDownload 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)
Mild and Moderate Haemophillia A and von Willebrands Disease: By intravenous infusion only, for the increase of factor VIII levels in patients undergoing dental or minor surgery. Not to be used in type IIB von Willebrands disease since platelet aggregation may be induced.,Bleeding in Patients with Platelet Dysfunction: Treatment of excessive bleeding in patients with congenital or acquired clinical conditions associated with platelet dysfunction which is characterised by a prolonged bleeding time except Glanzmanns thrombasthenia or platelet cyclo-oxygenase deficiency.,Examples are patients with uraemia, congenital or drug induced platelet dysfunction and patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass for prosthetic valve replacement or aorto-coronary bypass grafting especially when it is complicated by platelet function defects sufficient to prolong bleeding time despite relatively normal platelet cover. Desmopressin acetate offers no benefit as routine therapy in patients having an uncomplicated (simple) cardiopulmonary bypass procedure.,There is no definite evidence of efficacy in bleeding associated with cirrhosis of the liver and such use is not recommended.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 4 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 x 1mL pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient desmopressin
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
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