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Biodone Forte TM
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Active ingredients: methadone
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BIODONE FORTE methadone hydrochloride 5mg/mL oral liquid bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Biodone Forte is indicated for the detoxification and maintenance treatment of dependence on opioid drugs.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Oral Liquid, solution
- Oral
- Clear, pink to red solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 1 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicines require authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
- 1000mL pack
- 200mL 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 methadone
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
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