Brand name: Zorac
Zorac is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) tazarotene. On this page you will find out more about Zorac, including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: tazarotene
Pack size information
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Information for medicine and pack size:
Zorac 0.05% cream, 60 g
Consumer Medicine Information leaflet:
This leaflet may also be found inside the medicine package. It contains information on side effects, age restrictions and other useful data.
What this medicine is for
For the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Uniform, viscous white to slightly off white cream |
| Dosage Form | Cream |
| Route of administration | Topical |
| Medicine schedule |
15 g: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
3.5 g: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
30 g: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
60 g: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
|
There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Tube |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 25 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | No information available |
| Life time | 3 Years |
We were unable to verify that this medicine is available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme). Please consult your pharmacist if you need further information
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
Is this medication banned in sport?
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