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PTU TM
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Active ingredients: propylthiouracil
Pack: PTU 50 mg tablet, 100, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PTU propylthiouracil 50mg tablet bottleDownload 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)
Propylthiouracil is an antithyroid drug indicated for the total treatment of hyperthyroidism or in the treatment of the thyrotoxic patient piror to surgery or radioactive-iodine therapy
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex and uncoated. One side debossed 'PRESTAB' and other side is plain.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- 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
- 100 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient propylthiouracil
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
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