Zometa
What it is used for
Prevention of skeletal-related events (pathological fracture, spinal cord compression, radiation to bone or surgery to bone) in patients with advanced malignancies involving bone. Treatment of tumour-induced hypercalcaemia.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
White to off white lyophilisate supplied in 6ml colourless glass vials with grey rubber-stopper and aluminium flip-off cap.
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourelss liquid; supplied in 5ml clear glass one point cut ampoules, colour-coded with blue lines and one green line in descending order towards the blue coloured point.
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Injection, powder for
White to off white lyophilisate supplied in 6ml colourless glass vials with grey rubber-stopper and aluminium flip-off cap.
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Part 2: Diluent, not applicable
Clear, colourelss liquid; supplied in 5ml clear glass one point cut ampoules, colour-coded with blue lines and one green line in descending order towards the blue coloured point.
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient zoledronic acid
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.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Visual appearance
Clear, colourless solution in a 100 mL colourless plastic vial, grey rubber stopper, aluminium cap with flip-off lid
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2020. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.