Tachosil TM
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Active ingredients: fibrinogen + human thrombin, fibrinogen, human thrombin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: TACHOSIL human fibrinogen 5.5mg/square cm and human thrombin 2.0IU/square cm medicated sponge blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
TachoSil is indicated as an adjunct to haemostasis during surgery when control of bleeding by standard surgical techniques is ineffective or impractical.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- sponge, medicated
- Topical
- off white patch marked by a yellow colour on the active side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- 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
- 1 of 3.0cm x 2.5cm pack
- 1 of 9.5cm x 4.8cm pack
- 2 of 4.8cm x 4.8cm pack
- 5 of 3.0cm x 2.5cm pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient fibrinogen + human thrombin
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
