PARA-AMINOSALICYLATE sodium, 5.52g, powder oral sol., sach.
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60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
07/11/2024, 19:01:26
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Code(s):
-X DORAZNL0317
6.2.5 - Antituberculosis medicines
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
J04AA02
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
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PARA-AMINOSALICYLATE sodium (PAS-sodium)
- In the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2023 (Complementary List)
Therapeutic Action
Antituberculosis weak bacteriostatic
Indications
Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB), in combination with other TB medicines
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Instructions for use
The granules of this formulation are not delayed-release.
Mix the contents of the sachet with 100 ml of water.
Must be taken with food to limit gastrointestinal disturbances.
PAS sodium 5.52 g is supplied in a box of 25 sachets.
PAS acid and PAS Sodium are not equivalent, nor interchangeable (5.52 g PAS sodium is equivalent to 4 g PAS acid).
Precautions for Use
PAS often causes gastrointestinal disturbances and can decrease the absorption of other TB drugs.
Storage
Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight - Protect from humidity