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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist about all aspects of your medicines, including
why you are taking them and what benefits / risks you can expect.
The CMI for your medicine that is on this web site is the most up-to-date version
available. It may differ from a CMI that you previously received from your doctor
or pharmacist, or in your pack of medicine.
This web site does not contain all CMIs for medicines sold in Australia and not
all medicines have a CMI available for them. If you do not find a CMI for your medicine
on this page, contact the pharmaceutical company who makes the medicine or talk
to your doctor or pharmacist. The information on this web site is intended for use
in Australia only.
Product name
Date released
Dovato
17 Mar 2023
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to dolutegravir, lamivudine or
any of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI.
Do not take DOVATO if you are taking dofetilide or pilsicainide (used to treat heart
conditions) or fampridine (for multiple sclerosis).
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
This medicine belongs to a group of medicines called tetracyclines. It works by killing
or stopping the growth of bacteria, which cause infections or make acne worse.
DOXYLIN also works against parasites that cause malaria. It is sometimes used in combination
with other anti-malarial medicines.
Tetracyclines will not work against infections caused by viruses, such as colds or
flu.
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 not addictive.
This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription.
Duac Once Daily Gel contains clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide.
Clindamycin is an antibiotic, which prevents the growth of bacteria which are involved in acne. Benzoyl peroxide acts to reduce
comedones (blackheads and whiteheads). It is also effective at killing the bacteria, which are involved in acne, and makes
the skin less oily.
Duac Once Daily Gel is used on the skin to treat acne. It helps to:
reduce the bacteria or germs, which are implicated in acne;
reduce the number of acne spots;
reduce the likelihood of new blackheads and whiteheads from forming; and
make your skin less oily.
Your doctor may have prescribed Duac Once Daily Gel for another purpose. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why
Duac Once Daily Gel has been prescribed for you.
Duac Once Daily Gel is for use by adults and adolescents (aged 12 and above) with acne.
Duac Once Daily Gel is not addictive.
Duac Once Daily Gel is only available with a doctor's prescription.
This medicine is used for the treatment of symptoms, such as "hot flushes" and sweating,
which are associated with menopause in women who still have their uterus (womb).
How DUAVIVE works
This medicine contains two active substances called conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene.
Conjugated estrogens belong to a group of medicines called menopausal hormone therapy
(MHT), also known as hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Bazedoxifene belongs to a
group of non-hormonal medicines called selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs).
Menopause occurs naturally in women, typically between the ages of 45 and 55. During
menopause, your body produces less estrogen than it did beforehand. This can cause
symptoms such as "hot flushes".
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 not addictive.
This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription.
Dulcolax SP Drops works by acting on the lining of the lower bowel to stimulate movement
and promotes accumulation of water into the bowel to produce soft formed stools.
Sodium picosulfate, the active ingredient in Dulcolax SP Drops, is ineffective in
altering the digestion or absorption of calories in the small intestine and therefore
does not assist with weight loss.
Under medical supervision, Dulcolax can be used for the evacuation of the bowel before
a radiological examination or as an enema alternative.
Dulcolax works by acting on the lining of the lower bowel to stimulate movement and
promotes accumulation of water into the bowel to produce soft formed stools.
Dulcolax is ineffective in altering the digestion or absorption of calories in the
small intestine and therefore does not assist with weight loss.
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.
Under medical supervision, Dulcolax can be used for the evacuation of the bowel before
a radiological examination or as an enema alternative.
Dulcolax works by acting on the lining of the lower bowel to stimulate movement and
promotes accumulation of water into the bowel to produce soft formed stools.
Dulcolax is ineffective in altering the digestion or absorption of calories in the
small intestine and therefore does not assist with weight loss.
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.
Dulcosoft Powder belongs to a group of medicines called osmotic laxatives. It works
by drawing water to your stool, which loosens the stool and increases stool volume,
helping to overcome sluggish bowels gradually within 24 to 48 hours.
It is used for the treatment of constipation in adults and children aged 8 years and
above.
Dulcosoft Powder is not absorbed into the bloodstream or broken down in the body.
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to DuoCover or any of the ingredients
listed at the end of the CMI. Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. For more information, see Section 2. What should I know before I use DuoCover? in the full CMI.
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to DUODART, any other 5 alpha
reductase inhibitors or any of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or take any other medicines.
Talk to your doctor if your partner is pregnant or plans to become pregnant or is
breastfeeding.
