Zavedos TM
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Active ingredients: idarubicin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ZAVEDOS idarubicin hydrochloride 5mg/5mL injection vialConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Zavedos is indicated for use in acute myelogenous leukaemia (AML) in adults for remission induction in untreated patients or for remission induction in relapsed or refractory patients. Zavedos capsules are indicated whenever the intravenous route is not considered suitable. Zavedos may be used in combination chemotherapy regimens involving other cytotoxic agents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Plastic vials containing a red-orange, clear, mobile solution and practically free from particles.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- 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
- 1 x 5mL vial pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on June, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient idarubicin
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
