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Revatio TM
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Active ingredients: sildenafil
Brand name
(ARTG)
: REVATIO sildenafil citrate 10 mg/12.5 mL solution for injection vialConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Oral REVATIO is for the treatment of patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension classified as WHO functional classes II and III, to improve exercise capacity. Efficacy has been shown in primary pulmonary hypertension and pulmonary hypertension associated with connective tissue disease.,REVATIO solution for injection is for the treatment of adult patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension who are currently prescribed oral REVATIO and who are temporarily unable to take oral therapy, but are otherwise clinically and haemodynamically stable.,The efficacy of REVATIO has not been evaluated in patients currently on bosentan therapy.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 12.5 mL in a 20 mL vial x 1 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient sildenafil
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.
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