Valganciclovir (Viatris) TM
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Active ingredients: valganciclovir
Pack: Valganciclovir (Viatris) 450 mg tablet, 60, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALGANCICLOVIR VIATRIS valganciclovir (as hydrochloride) 450 mg film-coated tablet bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
VALGANCICLOVIR VIATRIS is indicated for the treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in adult patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). VALGANCICLOVIR VIATRIS is indicated for the prophylaxis of CMV disease in adult and paediatric solid organ transplantation (SOT) patients who are at risk.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- A pink, film-coated, oval, biconvex, beveled edge tablet debossed with M on one side of the tablet and V45 on the other side.
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 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
- 60 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 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 valganciclovir
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
