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Brand name: Alustal Extract of Three Grasses Initial Treatment Set TM

Active ingredients: dactylis glomerata pollen extract + lolium perenne pollen extract + phleum pratense pollen extract

What it is used for

Treatment of patients with Type 1 allergy (Gell and Coombs classification), particularly presenting as seasonal or perennial rhinitis, conjunctivitis, rhinoconjunctivitis, with or without associated asthma.

How to take it

This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.

Part 1: Injection, suspension

Clear and colourless solution.

The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.

Part 2: Injection, suspension

Clear and colourless solution.

The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.

Part 3: Injection, suspension

Clear and colourless solution.

The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.

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.

Storage instructions

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

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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