Truxima™

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Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Truxima is indicated for treatment of patients with: -CD20 positive, previously untreated, Stage III/IV follicular, B-cell non-Hodgkins lymphoma; - CD20 positive, relapsed or refractory low grade or follicular, B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma; - CD20 positive, diffuse large B-cell non-Hodgkins lymphoma, in combination with chemotherapy.,Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia Truxima is indicated for the treatment of patients with CD20 positive chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) in combination with chemotherapy.,Rheumatoid Arthritis Truxima (rituximab) in combination with methotrexate is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with severe, active rheumatoid arthritis who have had an inadequate response or intolerance to at least one tumour necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor therapy. Truxima has been shown to reduce the rate of progression of joint damage as measured by xray when given in combination with methotrexate.,Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Wegeners) (GPA) and Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA) Truxima in combination with glucocorticoids is indicated for the induction of remission in patients with severely active Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA, also known as Wegeners granulomatosis) and Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA). The efficacy and safety of retreatment with rituximab have not been established.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 48 Months
• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light; Do not Freeze

Source: ARTG

Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Injection, concentrated
• Intravenous Infusion
• Clear to opalescent, colourless to pale yellow liquid

Source: ARTG

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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Source: ARTG

This medicine was verified as available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) on 1 August 2026, under the following PBS item codes:

• 13090Y (Opens in new tab)
• 13096G (Opens in new tab)
• 13082M (Opens in new tab)
• 13102N (Opens in new tab)

Ask your pharmacist or doctor about your eligibility

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: Rituximab

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.

Source: AHT

If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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Source: ARTG

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