Methadone-AFT is indicated for the management of severe pain where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and, the pain is opioid-responsive, and, requires daily, continuous, long-term treatment.,Methadone-AFT is not indicated for use in chronic non-cancer pain other than in exceptional circumstances.,Methadone-AFT is not indicated as an as-needed (PRN) analgesia.,Methadone-AFT is not recommended for use in ambulant patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 60 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
White to almost white, round, flat tablets with '5' on one side and scored on the other side.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
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.
Methadone-AFT is indicated for the management of severe pain where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and, the pain is opioid-responsive, and, requires daily, continuous, long-term treatment.,Methadone-AFT is not indicated for use in chronic non-cancer pain other than in exceptional circumstances.,Methadone-AFT is not indicated as an as-needed (PRN) analgesia.,Methadone-AFT is not recommended for use in ambulant patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 60 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
White to almost white, round, flat tablets with '10' on one side and scored on the other side.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
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.
Methadone-AFT is indicated for the management of severe pain where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and, the pain is opioid-responsive, and, requires daily, continuous, long-term treatment.,Methadone-AFT is not indicated for use in chronic non-cancer pain other than in exceptional circumstances.,Methadone-AFT is not indicated as an as-needed (PRN) analgesia.,Methadone-AFT is not recommended for use in ambulant patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 60 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
White to almost white, round, flat tablets with '10' on one side and scored on the other side.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
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.
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