Biostate 1000 IU FVIII/2400 IU VWF TM
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Active ingredients: factor viii + von willebrand factor, inert substance
Pack: Biostate 1000 IU FVIII/2400 IU VWF (1 x vial, 1 x 10 mL inert diluent vial), 1 pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BIOSTATE human coagulation factor VIII 1000IU/ von Willebrand factor 2400IU powder for injection vial with diluent vialConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
The prophylaxis and treatment of non-surgical and surgical bleeding in patients with von Willebrand disease when desmopressin (DDAVP) treatment is ineffective or contraindicated. The prophylaxis and treatment of non-surgical and surgical bleeding associated with factor VIII deficiency due to haemophilia A.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.
Component :
- Injection, diluent for
- Intravenous
- Clear and colourless
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intravenous
- A white or pale yellow powder or friable solid.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- Glass vial containing 1000 IU FVIII, 2400 IU vWF supplied with 1 x 10 mL diluent vial pack
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