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Lagevrio TM
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Active ingredients: molnupiravir
Pack: Lagevrio 200 mg capsule, 40, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: LAGEVRIO molnupiravir 200 mg capsules bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
LAGEVRIO (molnupiravir) has provisional approval for the treatment of adults with COVID- 19 who do not require initiation of oxygen due to COVID-19 and who are at increased risk for hospitalisation or death [see Section 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES Clinical Trials].,The decision to approve this indication has been made on the basis of the analysis of efficacy and safety data from a Phase 3 trial. Continued approval of this indication depends on additional data.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Swedish Orange opaque capsule with the corporate logo and 82 printed with white ink
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
- 40 capsules per bottle pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on July, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient molnupiravir
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
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