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Brand name: Sutent TM
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Active ingredients: sunitinib
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and orange body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 25 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and orange body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 25 mg" on the body.


Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 50 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 50 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with orange cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 12.5 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 50 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and orange body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 25 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and orange body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 25 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with orange cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 12.5 mg" on the body.


Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with orange cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 12.5 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with caramel cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 50 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
For side effects, taking other medicines and more
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Capsule with orange cap and body containing yellow to orange granules, printed with white ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 12.5 mg" on the body.

Images are the copyright of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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
What it is used for
SUTENT is indicated for: treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after failure of imatinib mesilate treatment due to resistance or intolerance treatment of unresectable, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pancreatic NET).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Two piece opaque yellow capsule printed with black ink "Pfizer" on the cap and "STN 37.5mg" on the body and containing yellow to orange granules
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient sunitinib
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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