Brand name: Muphoran TM
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Active ingredients: fotemustine
What it is used for
Disseminated malignant melanoma, including cerebral metastases, administered alone or in combination with other cancer agents.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Diluent, not applicable
Colourless glass ampoule containing a clear solution.
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Part 2: Injection, powder for
A pale yellow lyophilised powder.
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
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.
Storage instructions
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Do not Refrigerate
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription?
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 x 208mg vial pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 1 x 4mL diluent pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient fotemustine
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.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
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
