Talc (Sterile)
Name: Talc (Sterile)
Dosage Forms
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Aerosol Powder, Intrapleural:
Sclerosol Intrapleural: 4 g (30 g) [contains dichlorodifluoromethane]
Suspension Reconstituted, Intrapleural:
Sterile Talc Powder: 5 g (1 ea)
Use Labeled Indications
Pleural effusion, malignant: Sclerosing agent to decrease or prevent the recurrence of malignant pleural effusion in symptomatic patients (following maximal drainage of pleural effusion).
Pneumothorax: Sclerosing agent to decrease the recurrence of pneumothorax.
Dosing Hepatic Impairment
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.