Arsenic Trioxide (AFT) TM
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Active ingredients: arsenic
Pack: Arsenic Trioxide (AFT) 10 mg/10 mL injection, 10 x 10 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ARSENIC TRIOXIDE-AFT arsenic trioxide 10 mg/10 mL concentrated solution for injection ampouleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the induction of remission and consolidation in patients with acute promyelocytic leukaemia (APL) who are refractory to, or have relapsed from, retinoid and anthracycline chemotherapy, and whose APL is characterised by the presence of the t(15:17) translocation or PML/RAR-alpha gene expression.,For the induction of remission and consolidation in patients with previously untreated acute promyelocytic leukaemia (APL) in combination with all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) and/or chemotherapy and whose APL is characterised by the presence of the t(15:17) translocation or PML/RAR-alpha gene expression.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, concentrated
- Intravenous Infusion
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 ampoules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient arsenic
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.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
