Zykadia TM
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Active ingredients: ceritinib
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ZYKADIA ceritinib 150 mg hard capsule blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
ZYKADIA is indicated for the treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that is anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK)-positive.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Capsule Body:opaque white marked with black ink NVR. Cap: opaque blue marked with black ink LDK 150MG. Contents: white to almost white powder.
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 50 pack
- 150 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient ceritinib
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
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
