Cystadrops TM
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Active ingredients: mercaptamine (cysteamine)
Pack: Cystadrops 0.38% eye drops, 5 mL, vial
Brand name
(ARTG)
: CYSTADROPS - mercaptamine (cysteamine) (as hydrochloride) 3.8 mg/mL eye drops solution vialDownload 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)
Cystadrops is indicated for the treatment of corneal cystine deposits in adults and children with cystinosis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Eye Drops, solution
- Ophthalmic
- Viscous, clear solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 6 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mercaptamine (cysteamine)
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
This medicine is under additional monitoring as it is new or being used in a different way. You can help identify new safety information by reporting any side effects you may get.
- You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
- For more information on the Black Triangle Scheme and how to report side effects, see www.tga.gov.au/black-triangle-scheme
