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Biostate 1000 IU FVIII/2000 IU VWF 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: factor viii + von willebrand factor, factor viii

Pack: Biostate 1000 IU FVIII/2000 IU VWF (1 x vial, 1 x 10 mL inert diluent vial), 1 pack

Brand name

(ARTG)

: BIOSTATE human coagulation factor VIII 1000IU/ von Willebrand factor 2400IU powder for injection vial with diluent vial

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What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

The prophylaxis and treatment of non-surgical and surgical bleeding in patients with von Willebrand disease when desmopressin (DDAVP) treatment is ineffective or contraindicated. The prophylaxis and treatment of non-surgical and surgical bleeding associated with factor VIII deficiency due to haemophilia A.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.

Component :

  • Injection, diluent for
  • Intravenous
  • Clear and colourless

Component :

  • Injection, powder for
  • Intravenous
  • A white or pale yellow powder or friable solid.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Do not Freeze
  • Refrigerate
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is Not Scheduled.

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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