Thiotepa (Aspen)™

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Thiotepa has been tried with varying results in the palliation of a wide variety of neoplastic diseases. However, the most consistent results have been seen in the following tumours: . adenocarcinoma of the breast or ovary; . for controlling intracavitary effusions secondary to diffuse or localised neoplastic diseases of various serosal cavities and . for the treatment of superficial papillary carcinoma of the urinary bladder. While now largely superseded by other treatments, thiotepa has been effective against other lymphomas, such as lymphosarcoma and Hodgkin's disease. Complete response rates of 27% and 48% were obtained with a dose of30mg thiotepa in the treatment of bladder cancer.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 18 Months
• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light; Do not Freeze; Refrigerate

Source: ARTG

Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Injection, powder for
• Intravesical
• clear 3 mL Type I glass vials with a West Company 1319/4020/25 bromo butyl 20 mm siliconised grey stopper containing white caked mass or powder. Flip cap is a plane blue/silver 200 mm lid.

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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• 15mg x 1 vial

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: Thiotepa

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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