Brand name: Rukobia TM
Active ingredients: fostemsavir
What it is used for
RUKOBIA is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of heavily treatment-experienced adults with multidrug-resistant human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1) infection for whom it is otherwise not possible to construct a suppressive anti-viral regimen due to resistance, intolerance or safety considerations (see Section 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES, Clinical Trials).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Beige, film-coated, biconvex, oval tablets, debossed with SV 1V7 on one side.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient fostemsavir
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.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
This medicine is under additional monitoring as it is new or being used in a different way. You can help identify new safety information by reporting any side effects you may get.
- You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
- For more information on the Black Triangle Scheme and how to report side effects, see www.tga.gov.au/black-triangle-scheme