Retinofluor 25% TM
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Active ingredients: fluorescein
Pack: Retinofluor 25% 1.25 g/5 mL injection, 10 x 5 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: RETINOFLUOR fluorescein sodium 25% (1.25g/5mL) injection vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 01 JANUARY 1991 : Diagnostic - Intravenous injection of sodium fluorescein dye followed by multiframe photography (angiography) or ophthalmoscopic evaluation (angioscopy). Used in evaluation of wide range of retinal and choroidal diseases. Less commonly used to evaluate abnormalities of the optic nerve and iris. May be used in diagnosis and management of macular and vascular (including diabetes) diseases.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Clear red solution becoming fluorescent on dilution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- 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
- 5mL x 10 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient fluorescein
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
