MCA stability tool

Check whether tablets and capsules are suitable for a multi-compartment compliance aid (MCA), and build a list to print.

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Azilsartan

Azilsartan medoxomil 20mg tablets

Incompatible

Stability notes for Azilsartan medoxomil 20mg tablets

Very moisture sensitive medicine. Original packaging may contain desiccant. Protect from light. Manufacturer recommends storing in original container.

Provenance

This recommendation is based on the products Edarbi 20mg tablets (Takeda UK Ltd).

Supplier

Edarbi 20mg tablets (Takeda UK Ltd)

Azilsartan medoxomil 40mg tablets

Incompatible

Stability notes for Azilsartan medoxomil 40mg tablets

Very moisture sensitive medicine. Original packaging may contain desiccant. Protect from light. Manufacturer recommends storing in original container.

Provenance

This recommendation is based on the products Edarbi 40mg tablets (Takeda UK Ltd).

Supplier

Edarbi 40mg tablets (Takeda UK Ltd)

Azilsartan medoxomil 80mg tablets

Incompatible

Stability notes for Azilsartan medoxomil 80mg tablets

Very moisture sensitive medicine. Original packaging may contain desiccant. Protect from light. Manufacturer recommends storing in original container.

Provenance

This recommendation is based on the products Edarbi 80mg tablets (Takeda UK Ltd).

Supplier

Edarbi 80mg tablets (Takeda UK Ltd)

What the ratings mean

Compatible
Suitable for use. Keep in MCA for shortest possible time: no more than 5 weeks for non-airtight; 8 weeks for airtight. Use likely to be off-label.
Use with caution
Suitable with mitigations. Keep in MCA for shortest possible time: no more than 5 weeks for non-airtight; 8 weeks for airtight. Use likely to be off-label and supported by limited data.
Incompatible
Medicines under this category are not suitable for use in MCAs.
No stability information
These medicines have not been reviewed by SPS.