Epilim IV TM
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Active ingredients: valproate
Pack: Epilim IV (1 x 400 mg vial, 1 x 4 mL inert diluent ampoule), 1 pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: EPILIM IV sodium valproate 400 mg powder for injection vial with diluent ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Epilim IV is used for the treatment of patients with epilepsy or mania, who would normally be maintained on oral sodium valproate, and for whom oral therapy is temporarily not possible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intravenous
- Colourless glass vial containing lyophilised powder (intact or fragmented, practically white and odourless)
Component :
- Injection
- Intravenous
- Colourless ampoule, with clear liquid.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- 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 vial pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 1 ampoule pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
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