Brand name: Azacitidine (Teva) TM
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Active ingredients: azacitidine
What it is used for
Azacitidine-Teva is indicated for the treatment of patients with: Intermediate-2 and High-risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) according to the International Prognostic Scoring System (IPSS), Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia [CMMoL (10 percent-29 percent marrow blasts without Myeloproliferative Disorder)], Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) with 20-30 percent blasts and multi-lineage dysplasia, according to World Health Organisation Classification (WHO), in whom allogenic stem cell transplantation is not indicated
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
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.
Visual appearance
The drug product is a white to almost white powder
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient azacitidine
This medicine is not considered safe during pregnancy. You should discuss this medicine with your doctor or pharmacist. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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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