Targin 5/2.5 mg TM
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Active ingredients: oxycodone + naloxone
Brand name
(ARTG)
: TARGIN oxycodone hydrochloride / naloxone hydrochloride 5/2.5 mg modified release tablets blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
TARGIN modified release tablet 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.,TARGIN modified release tablet is not indicated for use in chronic non-cancer pain other than in exceptional circumstances.,TARGIN modified release tablet is not indicated as an as-needed (PRN) analgesia,The naloxone component in a fixed combination with oxycodone is indicated for the therapy and/or prophylaxis of opioid-induced constipation.,TARGIN is indicated as a second line symptomatic treatment of patients with severe to very severe idiopathic restless legs syndrome after failure of dopaminergic therapy.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- blue, oblong tablets marked "OXN" on one side and "5" on other
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicines require authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient oxycodone + naloxone
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
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
