Dabigatran (Viatris) TM
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Active ingredients: dabigatran
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 75 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, white opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC75 on both,cap and body in black ink
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 150 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 0, powder blue opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC150 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 150 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 0, powder blue opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC150 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 75 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, white opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC75 on both,cap and body in black ink
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 110 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, powder blue opaque cap and powder blue opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over,DC110 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 110 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, powder blue opaque cap and powder blue opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over,DC110 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 75 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, white opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC75 on both,cap and body in black ink
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 110 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, powder blue opaque cap and powder blue opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC110 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 150 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 0, powder blue opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC150 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 75 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, white opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC75 on both,cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 10 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 110 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, powder blue opaque cap and powder blue opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC110 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 110 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, powder blue opaque cap and powder blue opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC110 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 150 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 0, powder blue opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC150 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 75 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, white opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC75 on both,cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 10 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 75 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, white opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC75 on both,cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 10 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 110 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 1, powder blue opaque cap and powder blue opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over,DC110 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 150 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 0, powder blue opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC150 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DABIGATRAN VIATRIS dabigatran etexilate (as mesilate) 150 mg capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prevention of venous thromboembolic events in adult patients who have undergone major orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb (elective total hip or knee replacement). (see Section 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration for details of treatment duration). Prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and at least one additional risk factor for stroke. Treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and for the prevention of recurrent DVT and PE in adults.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 0, powder blue opaque cap and white opaque body, hard hypromellose capsule filled with light yellow to yellowish pellets, imprinted axially with VTRS over DC150 on both cap and body in black ink.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 30 pack
- 60 pack
- 180 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dabigatran
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
