Tropisetron (AFT) TM
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Active ingredients: tropisetron
Brand name
(ARTG)
: TROPISETRON-AFT tropisetron (as hydrochloride) 5 mg/5 mL solution for 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)
? For the prevention of nausea and vomiting induced by cytotoxic therapy (5mg/5mL ampoule only).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless to faintly-yellow brown aqueous solution in clear glass ampoule.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- 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
- 1 ampoule pack
- 10 ampoules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient tropisetron
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
