MCA Stability Tool

This compatibility recommendation is derived from Besavar XL 10mg tablets (Zentiva Pharma UK Ltd), Xatral XL 10mg tablets (Sanofi) and Vasran XL 10mg tablets (Ranbaxy (UK) Ltd).

Use with caution

Zocor 10mg tablets (Sigma Pharmaceuticals Plc)

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Stability Notes

Protect from light and moisture.

Provenance

This compatibility recommendation is derived from Zocor 10mg tablets (Organon Pharma (UK) Ltd).

Use with caution

Zocor 20mg tablets (Necessity Supplies Ltd)

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Stability Notes

Protect from light and moisture.

Provenance

This compatibility recommendation is derived from Zocor 20mg tablets (Organon Pharma (UK) Ltd).

Use with caution

Zocor 20mg tablets (Organon Pharma (UK) Ltd)

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Stability Notes

Protect from light and moisture.

Provenance

This compatibility recommendation is derived from Zocor 20mg tablets (Organon Pharma (UK) Ltd).

Use with caution

Zocor 20mg tablets (Sigma Pharmaceuticals Plc)

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Stability Notes

Protect from light and moisture.

Provenance

This compatibility recommendation is derived from Zocor 20mg tablets (Organon Pharma (UK) Ltd).

Use with caution

Zocor 40mg tablets (Organon Pharma (UK) Ltd)

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Stability Notes

Protect from light and moisture.

Provenance

This compatibility recommendation is derived from Zocor 40mg tablets (Organon Pharma (UK) Ltd).

No Stability Information

Zoely 2.5mg/1.5mg tablets (Theramex HQ UK Ltd)

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Stability Notes

There are no stability notes available for this medicine.

No Stability Information

Zofenil 30mg tablets (Imported (Ireland))

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Stability Notes

There are no stability notes available for this medicine.

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Compatible

Medicines suitable for use in MCAs, although use is likely to be off-label.  Keep medicines in MCAs for the shortest time necessary. Generally, up to 5 weeks maximum unless otherwise specified, or consider up to 8 weeks if the MCA is airtight (sealed).  Consider the risk to the individual from potency loss or dose variability, particularly with unsealed devices.  Monitor for any changes in therapeutic effect or increased adverse effects after MCA initiation.

Use with caution

There are concerns about stability and/or there is a lack of stability data available. These medicines can theoretically be used in MCAs, although use is likely to be off-label.  Mitigation measures may need to be considered.  Keep medicines in MCAs for the shortest time necessary.  Generally, up to 5 weeks maximum unless otherwise specified, or consider up to 8 weeks if the MCA is airtight (sealed). Consider the risk to the individual from potency loss or dose variability, particularly with unsealed devices. Monitor for any changes in therapeutic effect or increased adverse effects after MCA initiation.

Incompatible

Medicines under this category are not suitable for use in MCAs.

No Stability Information

These medicines have not been reviewed by SPS.