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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
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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