Glyceryl Trinitrate (Phebra) TM
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Active ingredients: glyceryl trinitrate
Pack: Glyceryl Trinitrate (Phebra) 50 mg/10 mL injection, 5 x 10 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: GLYCERYL TRINITRATE CONCENTRATED INJECTION PHEBRA glyceryl trinitrate 50 mg/10 mL concentrated injection vialConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Control of blood pressure in perioperative hypertension, i.e. hypertension associated with surgical procedures, especially cardiovascular procedures, such as the hypertension seen during intratracheal intubation, anaesthesia, skin incision, sternotomy, cardiac bypass and in the immediate post-surgical period., Congestive heart failure associated with acute myocardial infarction., Treatment of angina pectoris in patients who have not responded to recommended doses of organic nitrates and/or a beta blocker., Production of controlled hypotension during neurosurgical and orthopaedic surgical procedures.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, concentrated
- Intravenous Infusion
- clear, practically colourless solution, practically free of visibile particles
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- 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
- 5 x 10 mL vials pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient glyceryl trinitrate
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
