Cytarabine (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: cytarabine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL CYTARABINE 1g/10mL injection vialConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cytarabine may be used alone or in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents. It is indicated for induction of remission of leukaemia, particularly for acute myeloid leukaemia, in adults and children. Cytarabine has been used for remission induction in acute lymphocytic leukaemia, chronic myeloid leukaemia and erythroleukaemia; and in the treatment and maintenance therapy of meningeal leukaemia and other meningeal neoplasms.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store between 15-25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 x10mL (single onco.vial) pack
- 1x1g/10mL pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 1x1g/10mL(E)E) pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cytarabine
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
