Brand name: Truxima TM
Active ingredients: rituximab
What it is used for
Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Truxima is indicated for treatment of patients with: -CD20 positive, previously untreated, Stage III/IV follicular, B-cell non-Hodgkins lymphoma; - CD20 positive, relapsed or refractory low grade or follicular, B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma; - CD20 positive, diffuse large B-cell non-Hodgkins lymphoma, in combination with chemotherapy.,Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia Truxima is indicated for the treatment of patients with CD20 positive chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) in combination with chemotherapy.,Rheumatoid Arthritis Truxima (rituximab) in combination with methotrexate is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with severe, active rheumatoid arthritis who have had an inadequate response or intolerance to at least one tumour necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor therapy. Truxima has been shown to reduce the rate of progression of joint damage as measured by xray when given in combination with methotrexate.,Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Wegeners) (GPA) and Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA) Truxima in combination with glucocorticoids is indicated for the induction of remission in patients with severely active Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA, also known as Wegeners granulomatosis) and Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA). The efficacy and safety of retreatment with rituximab have not been established.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous Infusion.
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 48 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
Clear to opalescent, colourless to pale yellow liquid
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient rituximab
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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