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Sodium Thiosulfate (Hope Pharmaceuticals) 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: sodium thiosulfate

Pack: Sodium Thiosulfate (Hope Pharmaceuticals) 25% (12.5 g/50 mL) injection, 50 mL vial

Brand name

(ARTG)

: HOPE PHARMACEUTICALS SODIUM THIOSULFATE INJECTION sodium thiosulfate pentahydrate12.5 g/50 mL solution for injection vial

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What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

HOPE PHARMACEUTICALS Sodium Thiosulfate Injection is indicated as an antidote in the treatment of cyanide poisoning. It is frequently used in conjunction with sodium nitrite.,Sodium thiosulfate is also indicated to prevent sodium nitroprusside induced cyanide poisoning.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Solution
  • Intravenous
  • Clear and colourless, sterile solution, practically free from visible particles

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Do not Freeze
  • Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

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

  • 1 glass vial pack

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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