Cystagon TM
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Active ingredients: mercaptamine (cysteamine)
Brand name
(ARTG)
: CYSTAGON mercaptamine (cysteamine) (as bitartrate) 50mg capsule bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the management of nephropathic cystinosis in children and adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- white opaque capsule printed with CYSTA 50 on the body and MYLAN on the cap
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Protect from Moisture
- 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
- 500 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mercaptamine (cysteamine)
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
