Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Pfizer Australia provides high quality Consumer Medicine Information for all of its prescription products. CMIs contain easy-to-read information on how to take medicines safely and effectively and are designed for consumers to get the best out of their medicines. They explain:
- What the medicine is used for
- What to do before taking the medicine
- How to take the medicine
- Possible side effects and what to do if you experience any
- Things to be careful of, such as interactions with other medicines
- The ingredients
Research shows that consumers are keen to get readily available information about the medicine they have been prescribed. CMIs are available free of charge from pharmacies and can also be obtained by contacting the manufacturer. CMIs for each Pfizer Australia product can be accessed via the Product Finder.
Prescription medicines should be taken only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Click here to download a helpful brochure on understanding the possible side effects of medicines.