Akynzeo TM
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Active ingredients: netupitant + palonosetron
Pack: Akynzeo capsule, 1, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AKYNZEO netupitant/palonosetron (as hydrochloride) 300 mg/500 mcg capsule blister packDownload 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)
AKYNZEO is indicated in adult patients for: Prevention of acute and delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. Prevention of acute and delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule
- Oral
- AKYNZEO is supplied as a hard, opaque, gelatin capsule with white body and caramel cap with HE1 printed on the body
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 60 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 capsule pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient netupitant + palonosetron
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
