Oesophageal varices

Primary prophylaxis of oesophageal varices
Carvedilol
Carvedilol 6.25mg tablets
Carvedilol 12.5mg tablets

History Notes

15/04/2026

Regional formulary chapter launched.

Secondary prophylaxis of oesophageal varices
Carvedilol
Carvedilol 6.25mg tablets
Carvedilol 12.5mg tablets

History Notes

15/04/2026

Regional formulary chapter launched.

Acute variceal bleed in portal hypertension

In combination with antibiotics.

Terlipressin
Terlipressin 1mg powder and solvent for solution for injection vials
Terlipressin 1mg/5ml solution for injection vials
Terlipressin 1mg/8.5ml solution for injection ampoules

History Notes

15/04/2026

Regional formulary chapter launched.