Yorvipath™

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Yorvipath (palopegteriparatide) is a parathyroid hormone (PTH) analogue indicated for the treatment of chronic hypoparathyroidism in adults.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 36 Months
• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light; Do not Freeze; See Product information for shelf life; Replace the cover firmly after use; Protect from light after opening

Source: ARTG

Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Injection, solution
• Subcutaneous
• Clear and colourless solution

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?

All medicines and poisons in Australia are categorised by how they are made available to the public. Medicines with a low safety risk are usually less tightly controlled than medicines with a higher safety risk. This system is called ‘scheduling’. You can read more about the scheduling of medicines as well as the different scheduling categories on our Scheduling of medicines and poisons information page.

• Packs of two pre-filled pens and 30 disposable needles (co-packaged in two inner cartons). Each inner carton contains one pre-filled pen and 15 needles

Source: ARTG

This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: Palopegteriparatide

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

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