Brand name: Posaconazole Suspension (ARX) TM
Active ingredients: posaconazole
What it is used for
Posaconazole is indicated for use in the treatment of the following invasive fungal infections in patients 13 years of age or older: Invasive aspergillosis in patients intolerant of, or with disease that is refractory to, alternative therapy. Fusariosis, zygomycosis, coccidioidomycosis, chromoblastomycosis, and mycetoma in patients intolerant of, or with disease that is refractory to, alternative therapy.,Posaconazole is also indicated for the: Treatment of oropharyngeal candidiasis in immunocompromised adults, including patients with disease that is refractory to itraconazole and fluconazole. Prophylaxis of invasive fungal infections among patients 13 years of age and older, who are at high risk of developing these infections, such as patients with prolonged neutropenia or haematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
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Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Posaconazole 40 mg/mL Suspension is a white to off-white free flowing suspension.
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 posaconazole
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.
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Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems