Kozenis TM
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Active ingredients: tafenoquine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: KOZENIS tafenoquine 50 mg film-coated dispersible tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Tafenoquine is indicated, in combination with chloroquine, for the radical cure (prevention of relapse) of Plasmodium vivax (P. vivax) malaria (see Section 4.2 DOSE AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, dispersible
- Oral
- Yellow, film-coated, round-shaped dispersible tablets, plain on one side and debossed with "GS INC" on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 dispersible tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient tafenoquine
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.
Reporting side effects
This medicine is under additional monitoring as it is new or being used in a different way. You can help identify new safety information by reporting any side effects you may get.
- You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
- For more information on the Black Triangle Scheme and how to report side effects, see www.tga.gov.au/black-triangle-scheme