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Brand name: Adempas TM

Active ingredients: riociguat

What it is used for

Pulmonary arterial hypertension:,Adempas, as monotherapy or in combination with approved PAH treatments (endothelin receptor antagonists or inhaled or subcutaneous prostanoids), is indicated for the treatment of:, idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension, heritable pulmonary arterial hypertension, pulmonary arterial hypertension associated with connective tissue diseases or, pulmonary arterial hypertension associated with congenital heart disease in adult patients with WHO functional Class II, lll or IV symptoms,Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension:,Adempas is indicated for the treatment of:,Persistent or recurrent chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) after surgical treatment or,inoperable CTEPH in adult patients with WHO functional Class II, lll or IV symptoms

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Store in Original Container
  • Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

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

White, round, biconvex tablets marked with the Bayer cross on one side and 0.5 and an 'R' on the other side.

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 April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient riociguat

This medicine is not considered safe during pregnancy. You should discuss this medicine with your doctor or pharmacist. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

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For side effects, taking other medicines and more

Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

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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