Brand name: Kogenate FS
Kogenate FS is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) octocog alfa. On this page you will find out more about Kogenate FS, 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: octocog alfa
Information for medicine and pack size:
Kogenate FS (1 x 2000 units vial, 1 x 5 mL inert diluent syringe), 1 pack
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
KOGENATE FS is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of bleeding in patients with haemophilia A (congenital factor VIII deficiency). It may also be used in patients with factor VIII inhibitors (neutralising antibodies) who continue to respond to infused factor VIII. KOGENATE FS does not contain Von Willebrand factor and hence is not indicated in von Willebrands disease.
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Medicine schedule |
5 mL (2000IU): Not scheduled. Not considered by committee
|
Part 1
| Visual appearance | Glass Syringe |
|---|---|
| Dosage Form | Injection, diluent for |
| Route of administration | Intravenous |
Part 2
| Visual appearance | Vial |
|---|---|
| Dosage Form | Injection, powder for |
| Route of administration | Intravenous |
There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Vial |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | Do not Freeze,Refrigerate |
| Life time | 30 Months |
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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