Hydroxo-B12 TM
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Active ingredients: hydroxocobalamin
Pack: Hydroxo-B12 1 mg/mL injection, 3 x 1 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: HYDROXO-B12 hydroxocobalamin chloride 1mg/1mL injection ampouleDownload 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)
Prophylaxis and treatment of pernicious (Addisonian) anaemia and other macrocytic anaemias associated with vitaminB12 deficiency. Treatment of optic neuropathies such as tobacco amblyopia and Leber's optic atrophy.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- clear dark red solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in a Dry Place
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 3 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.
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
