Valganciclovir 50 mg/mL Administration


Uses


How should I take or use Valganciclovir Administration?

  • Shake closed bottle well for about 5 seconds before each use.
  • Remove child-resistant cap.
  • Before inserting the of the dispenser into bottle adapter, push the plunger completely down toward the tip of the dispenser. Insert tip firmly into opening of the bottle adapter.
  • Turn the entire unit (bottle and dispenser) upside down.
  • Pull the plunger out slowly until the desired amount of medication is withdrawn into the dispenser (see figure).

  • Turn the entire unit right side up and remove the oral dispenser slowly from the bottle.
  • Dispense directly into mouth.
  • Close bottle with child-resistant cap after each use. Return to a refrigerator.
  • Disassemble oral dispenser, rinse under running tap water and air dry prior to next use.


Handling


How should I store Valganciclovir Administration?

  • Keep away from children
  • Keep in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight
  • Store in the refrigerator. Do not freeze.

For more information


What else should I know about Valganciclovir Administration?

  • Neomed Oral Syrings are compatible with the bottle adapter. Use syringes supplied by the Pharmacy.
  • Refer to the expiry as indicated in the label supplied by Pharmacy.

Disclaimers

Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.

This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System, and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity, and Watsons), and the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.

Last Updated on April 2016



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