Azacitidine (SXP) TM
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Active ingredients: azacitidine
Pack: Azacitidine (SXP) 100 mg powder for injection, 1 vial
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AZACITIDINE SXP azacitidine 100 mg powder for injection vialDownload 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)
Azacitidine SXP is indicated for the treatment of patients with:, Intermediate-2 and High-risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) according to the International Prognostic Scoring System (IPSS),, Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukaemia [CMMoL (10-29 percent marrow blasts without Myeloproliferative Disorder)],, Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) with 20-30 percent blasts and multi-lineage dysplasia, according to World Health Organisation Classification (WHO),,in whom allogenic stem cell transplantation is not indicated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Subcutaneous
- Clear vial containing white to almost white powder or cake.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 vial pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient azacitidine
This medicine is not considered safe during pregnancy. You should discuss this medicine with your doctor or pharmacist. 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
