Thiogamma I.V.

Thiogamma I.V.

thioctic acid

Manufacturer:

Woerwag Pharma

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Thioctic acid (α-lipoic acid)
Indications/Uses
Sensory disturbances in cases of diabetic polyneuropathy.
Dosage/Direction for Use
IV Adult Initially, 600 mg once daily over at least 30 min for 2-4 wk.
Special Precautions
Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylactic shock (unknown frequency). Immediately suspend & start other therapeutic measures in case of pruritus, nausea, malaise. Consider insulin autoimmune syndrome in the differential diagnosis of spontaneous hypoglycaemia in patients using α-lipoic acid (unknown frequency). Caucasians, Japanese & Korean patients. Hepatic impairment. Pregnancy. Not recommended during breastfeeding. Not to be used in childn.
Drug Interactions
Loss of cisplatin efficacy. May reinforce blood-sugar lowering effect of insulin or oral anti-diabetics.
MIMS Class
Drugs for Neuropathic Pain
ATC Classification
A16AX01 - thioctic acid ; Belongs to the class of various alimentary tract and metabolism products.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Thiogamma I.V. soln for infusion 600 mg/50 mL
Packing/Price
1's
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