Acetadote TM
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Active ingredients: acetylcysteine
Pack: Acetadote 6 g/30 mL injection, 4 x 30 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ACETADOTE acetylcysteine 6g in 30mL concentrated injection 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)
As an antidote for paracetamol poisoning: Acetadote Injection is indicated in the treatment of paracetamol overdose to protect against hepatoxicity.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless or purplish solution, faint odour of hydrogen sulphide
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 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
- 4 vials per carton pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient acetylcysteine
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
