Depodur TM
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Active ingredients: morphine
Pack: Depodur 10 mg/mL modified release injection, 5 x 1 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DEPODUR morphine sulfate pentahydrate 10 mg/1 mL suspension for injection vial
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the relief of post-operative pain following major orthopaedic, abdominal, or pelvic surgery via the lumbar epidural route at a maximum recommended dose of 10 mg. Appropriate monitoring must be maintained for at least 48 hours - see PRECAUTIONS.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, suspension
- Epidural
- White to off-white homogenous suspension
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicines require authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
- 5 x 1mL vials pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient morphine
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
