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Product name	Date released
APO-Teriflunomide 01 May 2020   Teriflunomide is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). The cause of MS is not yet known. MS affects the central nervous system (CNS) – the brain and spinal cord. In MS, the body's immune system reacts against its own myelin (the 'insulation' or the protective sheath surrounding nerve fibres). With relapsing forms of MS, people can have repeated attacks or relapses of inflammation of the CNS from time to time. Symptoms vary from patient to patient and may include blurred vision, weakness in the legs or arms, or loss of control of bowel or bladder function. These are followed by periods of recovery. Teriflunomide works by selectively interfering with the ability of white blood cells (lymphocytes) to produce the disease response and nerve damage that ultimately leads to relapses. Teriflunomide has been shown to reduce or decrease the number of relapses and slow down the progression of physical disability in patients with relapsing forms of MS. Although it is not a cure, patients treated with teriflunomide generally find they will have fewer relapses. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason. This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Tibolone 01 Sep 2020   APO-Tibolone tablets contain the active ingredient tibolone, which is a synthetic steroid medicine used for hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It mimics the activity of the female sex hormones in the body. APO-Tibolone contains tibolone, a substance that has favourable effects on different tissues in the body, such as brain, vagina and bone. APO-Tibolone is used in postmenopausal women at least 12 months since their last natural period. APO-Tibolone is used for: Relief of symptoms occurring after menopause During the menopause, the amount of estrogen produced by a woman's body drops. This can cause symptoms such as hot face, neck and chest ("hot flushes"). APO-Tibolone alleviates these symptoms after menopause. You will only be prescribed APO-Tibolone if your symptoms seriously hinder your daily life. Prevention of osteoporosis After the menopause some women may develop fragile bones (osteoporosis). You should discuss all available options with your doctor. If you are at an increased risk of fractures due to osteoporosis and other medicines are not suitable for you, you can take APO-Tibolone to prevent osteoporosis after menopause. APO-Tibolone is not a contraceptive. APO-Tibolone has no effect on alertness and concentration as far as is known. A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this medicine. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Topiramate 12 Jun 2020   Topiramate is used to: treat various types of epilepsy in adults and children over 2 years of age prevent migraines in adults – it is not used to treat severe migraines that come on suddenly (acute) Topiramate belongs to a group of medicines called antiepileptic drugs. How it works Topiramate prevents seizures and migraines by acting on the nerves and chemicals in the brain. Your doctor may prescribe topiramate on its own, or in addition to another medicine for controlling your seizures or migraines. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription. This medicine is not addictive. This medicine may be used to treat epilepsy in children aged 2 years or older. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Tramadol 17 Nov 2020   The name of your medicine is APO-Tramadol. It contains the active ingredient tramadol hydrochloride. It is used to treat: moderate to severe pain Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription. Tramadol is not normally addictive, although some cases have been reported. Use in children This medicine should not be used in children. The safety and effectiveness of this medicine in children have not been established. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Tramadol SR 15 Apr 2020   APO-TRAMADOL SR is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It belongs to the group of medicines called analgesics (pain relievers). APO-TRAMADOL SR tablets are designed to release the pain reliever gradually over several hours. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason. APO-Tramadol SR tablets are not usually addictive. However, rarely, addiction to tramadol has been reported. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Tramadol/Paracetamol 08 Dec 2020   This medicine contains the active ingredients, tramadol and paracetamol. Both ingredients belong to a group of medicines called analgesics. This combination acts to relieve moderate pain. There is evidence that the tramadol component of this medicine can be addictive. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription. There is not enough information to recommend the use of this medicine for children under the age of 12 years. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Tranexamic Acid 03 Jun 2020   APO-TRANEXAMIC ACID is used to prevent bleeding in patients with: Traumatic hyphaema (bleeding into the front part of the eye) Blood clotting disorders, who are having minor surgery Heavy periods Hereditary angioneurotic oedema (periodic swelling of the throat) APO-TRANEXAMIC ACID contains tranexamic acid. Tranexamic acid is an antifibrinolytic that works by slowing the processes that cause bleeding. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Ursodeoxycholic Acid 26 Sep 2017   The name of your medicine is APO-Ursodeoxycholic Acid Capsules. It contains the active ingredient ursodeoxycholic acid. It is used to treat liver diseases such as: primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) cystic fibrosis (CF)-related cholestasis Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you or your child. Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription. How it works Ursodeoxycholic acid is a bile acid, which may have a protective effect on the liver by reducing the absorption of other potentially toxic bile salts. There is no evidence that this medicine is addictive. Use in children This medicine should not be used in children. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Valaciclovir (cytomegalovirus) 02 Aug 2018   Valaciclovir belongs to a group of medicines called antivirals. Valaciclovir is used to prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and disease, following solid organ transplantation. CMV is another type of herpes virus. It can cause symptoms similar to glandular fever (high temperature, sore throat and swollen glands). Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription. This medicine is not addictive. There is not enough information to recommend the use of this medicine in children. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print
APO-Valaciclovir (genital herpes) 02 Aug 2018   Valaciclovir is used to treat genital herpes simplex infection. It belongs to a group of medicines called antivirals. How it works Valaciclovir works by stopping the multiplication of the virus which causes herpes. It can reduce the length and severity of an outbreak of herpes, the duration of pain and shorten the time to healing of crusts associated with herpes. It does not eliminate the herpes virus from the body. The herpes virus is also known as the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). Valaciclovir helps the blisters to heal more quickly. If you start taking them as soon as you feel an outbreak starting, you may prevent the blisters from developing. In immunocompromised patients, valaciclovir can also be taken long term to help prevent the HSV infection from coming back. Valaciclovir is not a cure for genital herpes. Because genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease, you should minimise having intercourse and always use condoms when you have an outbreak of herpes or show any symptoms. This will avoid the risk of spreading herpes to your partner. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another reason. Valaciclovir is more effective in patients 50 years of age and older. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription. This medicine is not addictive. There is not enough information to recommend the use of this medicine in children. read more Download PDF Standard Print Download PDF Large Print

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