Methadone (Phebra) TM
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Active ingredients: methadone
Pack: Methadone (Phebra) 10 mg/mL injection, 10 x 1 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Methadone Injection 10mg/1mLDownload 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)
Methadone Injection is indicated for the management of severe pain where: other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and the pain is opioid-responsive, and requires daily, continuous, long-term treatment. Methadone Injection is not indicated for use in chronic non-cancer pain other than in exceptional circumstances. Methadone Injection is not indicated as an as-needed (PRN) analgesia. Methadone Injection is not recommended for use in ambulant patients.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicines require authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
- 10 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient methadone
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
