Valproate (AFT) TM
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Active ingredients: valproate
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 300 mg/3 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoules box pack
- 5 ampoules box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 400 mg/4 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoules box pack
- 5 ampoules box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 1000 mg/10 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 300 mg/3 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 400 mg/4 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 1000 mg/10 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 300 mg/3 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoules box pack
- 5 ampoules box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 400 mg/4 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoules box pack
- 5 ampoules box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 1000 mg/10 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoule box pack
- 5 ampoule box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 300 mg/3 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoules box pack
- 5 ampoules box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 300 mg/3 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 1000 mg/10 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoule box pack
- 5 ampoule box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 400 mg/4 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoules box pack
- 5 ampoules box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 400 mg/4 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 400 mg/4 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 1000 mg/10 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 1000 mg/10 ml solution for injection ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass ampoules.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 ampoule box pack
- 4 ampoule box pack
- 5 ampoule box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPROATE-AFT sodium valproate 300 mg/3 ml solution for injection vialsDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Valproate-AFT is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous
- Valproate-AFT comes as a clear colourless solution in glass vials
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 vial box pack
- 4 vials box pack
- 5 vials box pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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
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