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Ceretec TM
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Active ingredients: exametazime
Brand name
(ARTG)
: CERETEC kit for preparation of technetium (99mTc) exametazime powder for injection vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For use in the preparation of Technetium Tc 99m exametazime for intravenous administration in specialised units for scintigraphic localisation of seizure foci in patients with temporal lobe epilepsy.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intravenous
- White freeze-dried powder
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store between 2 - 25 degrees celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 52 Weeks.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 5mg x 2 pack
- 5mg x 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient exametazime
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
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