PAROXETINE- paroxetine tablet, film coated

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE HEMIHYDRATE (UNII: X2ELS050D8) (PAROXETINE - UNII:41VRH5220H)

Available from:

Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

INN (International Name):

PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE HEMIHYDRATE

Composition:

PAROXETINE 10 mg

Administration route:

ORAL

Prescription type:

PRESCRIPTION DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Paroxetine tablets, USP are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.  The efficacy of paroxetine in the treatment of a major depressive episode was established in 6-week controlled trials of outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the DSM-III category of major depressive disorder (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY: Clinical Trials ). A major depressive episode implies a prominent and relatively persistent depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks); it should include at least 4 of the following 8 symptoms: Change in appetite, change in sleep, psychomotor agitation or retardation, loss of interest in usual activities or decrease in sexual drive, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, and a suicide attempt or suicidal ideation.  The effects of paroxetine in hospitalized depressed patients have not been adequately studied.  The efficacy of paroxetine in m

Product summary:

Paroxetine Tablets USP, 10 mg are yellow colored film-coated modified capsule shaped, biconvex tablets debossed with ‘C 55’ on one side and a deep breakline on the other side. Bottles of 28 - 68788-9718-2 Bottles of 30 - 68788-9718-3 Bottles of 60 - 68788-9718-6 Bottles of 90 - 68788-9718-9 Bottles of 100 - 68788-9718-1 Bottles of 120 - 68788-9718-8 Paroxetine Tablets USP, 20 mg are pink colored film-coated modified capsule shaped, biconvex tablets debossed with ‘56’ on one side and ‘C’ with a deep breakline on the other side.  Bottles of 28 - 68788-9719-2 Bottles of 30 - 68788-9719-3 Bottles of 60 - 68788-9719-6 Bottles of 90 - 68788-9719-9 Bottles of 100 - 68788-9719-1 Bottles of 120 - 68788-9719-8 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Manufactured by: Aurolife Pharma LLC Dayton, NJ 08810 Manufactured for: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. Dayton, NJ 08810 Revised: 03/2014 Repackaged by Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Paroxetine Tablets USP, 20 mg are pink colored film-coated modified capsule shaped, biconvex tablets debossed with ‘56’ on one side and ‘C’ with a deep breakline on the other side.  Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Manufactured by: Aurolife Pharma LLC Dayton, NJ 08810 Manufactured for: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. Dayton, NJ 08810 Revised: 03/2014

Authorization status:

Abbreviated New Drug Application

Patient Information leaflet

PAROXETINE- PAROXETINE TABLET, FILM COATED
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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MEDICATION GUIDE
Paroxetine Tablets, USP
Read the Medication Guide that comes with paroxetine tablets before
you start taking them and each time
you get a refill. There may be new information. This Medication Guide
does not take the place of talking
to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment.
Talk with your healthcare provider
if there is something you do not understand or want to learn more
about.
What is the most important information I should know about paroxetine
tablets?
Paroxetine tablets and other antidepressant medicines may cause
serious side effects, including:
1. Suicidal thoughts or actions:
•
Paroxetine tablets and other antidepressant medicines may increase
suicidal thoughts or actions in
some children, teenagers, or young adults within the first few months
of treatment or when the dose
is changed.
•
Depression or other serious mental illnesses are the most important
causes of suicidal thoughts or
actions.
•
Watch for these changes and call your healthcare provider right away
if you notice:
•
New or sudden changes in mood, behavior, actions, thoughts, or
feelings, especially if severe.
•
Pay particular attention to such changes when paroxetine tablets are
started or when the dose
is changed.
Keep all follow-up visits with your healthcare provider and call
between visits if you are worried about
symptoms.
Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the
following symptoms, or call 911 if an
emergency, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you:
•
attempts to commit suicide
•
acting on dangerous impulses
•
acting aggressive or violent
•
thoughts about suicide or dying
•
new or worse depression
•
new or worse anxiety or panic attacks
•
feeling agitated, restless, angry, or irritable
•
trouble sleeping
•
an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you
•
other unusual changes in behavior or mood
Call your healthcare provider

Summary of Product characteristics

PAROXETINE- PAROXETINE TABLET, FILM COATED
PREFERRED PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
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PAROXETINE TABLETS, USP
RX ONLY
SUICIDALITY AND ANTIDEPRESSANT DRUGS
ANTIDEPRESSANTS INCREASED THE RISK COMPARED TO PLACEBO OF SUICIDAL
THINKING AND BEHAVIOR
(SUICIDALITY) IN CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND YOUNG ADULTS IN SHORT-TERM
STUDIES OF MAJOR
DEPRESSIVE DISORDER (MDD) AND OTHER PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS. ANYONE
CONSIDERING THE USE
OF PAROXETINE TABLETS OR ANY OTHER ANTIDEPRESSANT IN A CHILD,
ADOLESCENT, OR YOUNG ADULT MUST
BALANCE THIS RISK WITH THE CLINICAL NEED. SHORT-TERM STUDIES DID NOT
SHOW AN INCREASE IN THE
RISK OF SUICIDALITY WITH ANTIDEPRESSANTS COMPARED TO PLACEBO IN ADULTS
BEYOND AGE 24; THERE
WAS A REDUCTION IN RISK WITH ANTIDEPRESSANTS COMPARED TO PLACEBO IN
ADULTS AGED 65 AND
OLDER. DEPRESSION AND CERTAIN OTHER PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS ARE
THEMSELVES ASSOCIATED WITH
INCREASES IN THE RISK OF SUICIDE. PATIENTS OF ALL AGES WHO ARE STARTED
ON ANTIDEPRESSANT
THERAPY SHOULD BE MONITORED APPROPRIATELY AND OBSERVED CLOSELY FOR
CLINICAL WORSENING,
SUICIDALITY, OR UNUSUAL CHANGES IN BEHAVIOR. FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS
SHOULD BE ADVISED OF
THE NEED FOR CLOSE OBSERVATION AND COMMUNICATION WITH THE PRESCRIBER.
PAROXETINE IS NOT
APPROVED FOR USE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS. (SEE WARNINGS: CLINICAL
WORSENING AND SUICIDE
RISK, PRECAUTIONS: INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS, AND PRECAUTIONS:
PEDIATRIC USE.)
DESCRIPTION
Paroxetine hydrochloride is an orally administered psychotropic drug.
It is the hydrochloride salt of a
phenylpiperidine compound identified chemically as
(-)-_trans_-4_R_-(4'-fluorophenyl)-3_S_-[(3',4'-
methylenedioxyphenoxy) methyl] piperidine hydrochloride hemihydrate
and has the molecular formula
of C
H FNO •HCl•1/2H O. The molecular weight is 374.8 (329.4 as free
base). The structural
formula of paroxetine hydrochloride is:
19
20
3
2
Paroxetine hydrochloride USP is an odorless, off-white powder, having
a melting point range of 120°
to 138°C and a solubility of 5.4 mg/mL in water.
Each film-coated tablet contains paroxetine hyd