Neupedix TM
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Active ingredients: alprostadil
Pack: Neupedix 500 microgram/mL injection, 5 x 1 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NEUPEDIX alprostadil 500 microgram/1 mL solution for injection ampouleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Neupedix is indicated for palliative, not definitive, therapy to temporarily maintain the patency of the ductus arteriosus until corrective or palliative surgery can be performed in neonates who have congenital heart defects and who depend upon a patent ductus for survival. Such congenital heart defects include pulmonary atresia, pulmonary stenosis, tricuspid atresia, tetralogy of Fallot, interruption of the aortic arch, coarctation of the aorta, mitral atresia, or transposition of the great vessels with or without other defects.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous Infusion
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- 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 ampoules pack
Reporting side effects
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