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Synacthen TM
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Active ingredients: tetracosactide
Pack: Synacthen 250 microgram/mL injection, 1 mL ampoule
Brand name
(ARTG)
: SYNACTHEN tetracosactide (tetracosactrin) 0.25mg/1mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 12 AUGUST 1999: As a diagnostic aid in the assessment of suspected adrenocortical hypofunction.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- Clear liquid, colourless
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 X 1mL ampoule pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient tetracosactide
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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