Orfadin TM
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Active ingredients: nitisinone
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ORFADIN nitisinone 2 mg capsule bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Orfadin (nitisinone) is indicated for the treatment of patients with hereditary tyrosinaemia type 1 in combination with dietary restriction of tyrosine and phenylalanine.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- White-opaque capsules with white or almost white powder, marked with 'NTBC '2mg'
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 60 capsule pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient nitisinone
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