Alacare TM
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Active ingredients: aminolevulinic acid
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ALACARE 5-aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride 8 mg dermal patch sachetDownload 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)
Treatment of mild to moderate actinic keratoses (AK) lesions on the face and scalp (hairless areas).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Patch, dermal
- Topical
- Square (4 sq cm) skin coloured self-adhesive patches with rounded corners
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 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
- 4 patches pack
- 8 patches pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient aminolevulinic acid
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
