Marevan™
Active ingredients: Warfarin
Consumer medicine information
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What this medicine is used for
MAREVAN is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension and pulmonary embolism. MAREVAN is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of the thromboembolic complications associated with atrial fibrillation. MAREVAN is not indicated in patients with lone atrial fibrillation who are less than 60 years of age with no risk factors (eg previous thromboembolism (TIA, ischaemic stroke), diabetes mellitus, hypertension) and an otherwise normal heart. MAREVAN is indicated for use as an adjunct in the treatment of coronary occlusion.
Source: ARTG
Storage conditions
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
Source: ARTG
How to use this medicine
Non-composite pack
This medicine contains one component only.
Component
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- A fawn flat tablet with bevelled edge. One side with break bar with "M" embossed above the break bar and "1" below. The other side is plain.
Source: ARTG
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Do I need a prescription?
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.
- 50 Tablets
Source: ARTG
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) on 1 August 2026, under PBS item code 2843P (Opens in new tab). Ask your pharmacist or doctor about your eligibility
Source: PBS
Over 65?
For the active ingredient: Warfarin
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Source: AHT
Reporting side effects
If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at Report an adverse event or safety problem (Opens in new tab)
Source: ARTG
Data sources
- Australian Health Thesaurus (AHT) (Opens in new tab) – Last updated on 3 August 2026
- Australian Medicines Terminology (AMT) (Opens in new tab) – Last updated on 3 August 2026
- Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) (Opens in new tab) – Last updated on 3 August 2026
- Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) (Opens in new tab) – Last updated on 3 August 2026
- Medicines Information Pty Ltd (Opens in new tab) – Last updated on 4 March 2026
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