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alembic pharmaceuticals limited - aripiprazole (unii: 82vfr53i78) (aripiprazole - unii:82vfr53i78) - aripiprazole 2 mg - aripiprazole is indicated for the treatment of: •schizophrenia [see clinical studies (14.1)] additional pediatric use information is approved for otsuka america pharmaceutical, inc.’s abilify® (aripiprazole) product. however, due to otsuka america pharmaceutical, inc.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information. aripiprazole is contraindicated in patients with a history of a hypersensitivity reaction to aripiprazole. reactions have ranged from pruritus/urticaria to anaphylaxis [see adverse reactions (6.2)]. teratogenic effects pregnancy category c: pregnancy exposure registry there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to aripiprazole during pregnancy. for more information contact the national pregnancy registry for atypical antipsychotics at 1-866-961-2388 or visit http://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/. risk summary neonates exposed to antipsychotic drugs (includi

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alembic pharmaceuticals limited - aripiprazole (unii: 82vfr53i78) (aripiprazole - unii:82vfr53i78) - aripiprazole 10 mg - aripiprazole orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for the treatment of: •schizophrenia [see clinical studies (14.1)] additional pediatric use information is approved for otsuka america pharmaceutical, inc.’s abilify® (aripiprazole) product. however, due to otsuka america pharmaceutical, inc.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information.  aripiprazole is contraindicated in patients with a history of a hypersensitivity reaction to aripiprazole. reactions have ranged from pruritus/urticaria to anaphylaxis [see adverse reactions (6.2)]. teratogenic effects pregnancy category c: pregnancy exposure registry there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to aripiprazole during pregnancy. for more information contact the national pregnancy registry for atypical antipsychotics at 1-866-961-2388 or visit http://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/ . risk summary   neonates exposed to an

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aurobindo pharma limited - aripiprazole (unii: 82vfr53i78) (aripiprazole - unii:82vfr53i78) - aripiprazole 2 mg - aripiprazole tablets are indicated for the treatment of: - schizophrenia - irritability associated with autistic disorder - treatment of tourette’s disorder aripiprazole tablets are contraindicated in patients with a history of a hypersensitivity reaction to aripiprazole. reactions have ranged from pruritus/urticaria to anaphylaxis [see adverse reactions (6.2)]. pregnancy exposure registry there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to atypical antipsychotics, including aripiprazole, during pregnancy. healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by contacting the national pregnancy registry for atypical antipsychotics at 1-866-961-2388 or visit http://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/. risk summary neonates exposed to antipsychotic drugs, including aripiprazole, during the third trimester of pregnancy are at risk for extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms following delivery (see clinical considerations) . overall available data from published epidemiologic studies of pregnant women exposed to aripiprazole have not established a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes (see data) . there are risks to the mother associated with untreated schizophrenia and with exposure to antipsychotics, including aripiprazole, during pregnancy (see clinical considerations). in animal reproduction studies, oral and intravenous aripiprazole administration during organogenesis in rats and/or rabbits at doses 10 and 19 times, respectively, the maximum recommended human dose (mrhd) of 30 mg/day based on mg/m2 body surface area, produced fetal death, decreased fetal weight, undescended testicles, delayed skeletal ossification, skeletal abnormalities, and diaphragmatic hernia. oral and intravenous aripiprazole administration during the pre- and post-natal period in rats at doses 10 times the mrhd based on mg/m2 body surface area, produced prolonged gestation, stillbirths, decreased pup weight, and decreased pup survival (see data) . the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. in the u.s. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. clinical considerations disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk there is a risk to the mother from untreated schizophrenia, including increased risk of relapse, hospitalization, and suicide. schizophrenia is associated with increased adverse perinatal outcomes, including preterm birth. it is not known if this is a direct result of the illness or other comorbid factors.    fetal/neonatal adverse reactions extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms, including agitation, hypertonia, hypotonia, tremor, somnolence, respiratory distress, and feeding disorder have been reported in neonates who were exposed to antipsychotic drugs (including aripiprazole) during the third trimester of pregnancy. these symptoms have varied in severity. monitor neonates for extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms and manage symptoms appropriately. some neonates recovered within hours or days without specific treatment; others required prolonged hospitalization. data human data published data from observational studies, birth registries, and case reports on the use of atypical antipsychotics during pregnancy do not report a clear association with antipsychotics and major birth defects. a retrospective study from a medicaid database of 9258 women exposed to antipsychotics during pregnancy did not indicate an overall increased risk for major birth defects. animal data in animal studies, aripiprazole demonstrated developmental toxicity, including possible teratogenic effects in rats and rabbits. in pregnant rats treated orally with aripiprazole during organogenesis at doses of 3, 10, and 30 mg/kg/day, which are approximately 1, 3 and 10 times the mrhd of 30 mg/day based on mg/m2 body surface area, a slight prolongation of gestation and delay in fetal development, as evidenced by decreased fetal weight and undescended testes, were observed at 10 times the mrhd. delayed skeletal ossification was observed at 3 and 10 times the mrhd. delivered offspring had increased incidences of hepatodiaphragmatic nodules and diaphragmatic hernia were observed at 10 times the mrhd (the other dose groups were not examined for these findings). postnatally, delayed vaginal opening was seen at 3 and 10 times the mrhd. impaired reproductive performance (decreased fertility rate, corpora lutea, implants, live fetuses, and increased post-implantation loss, likely mediated through effects on female offspring) were observed at 10 times the mrhd; however, there was no evidence to suggest that these developmental effects were secondary to maternal toxicity. in pregnant rabbits treated orally with aripiprazole during organogenesis at doses of 10, 30, and 100 mg/kg/day which are 6, 19, and 65 times the mrhd of 30 mg/day based on mg/m2 body surface area, decreased maternal food consumption, and increased abortions as well as increased fetal mortality were observed at 65 times the mrhd. decreased fetal weight and increased incidence of fused sternebrae were observed at 19 and 65 times the mrhd. in rats treated orally with aripiprazole peri- and postnatally from gestation day 17 through postpartum day 21 at doses of 3, 10, and 30 mg/kg/day which are 1, 3, and 10 times the mrhd of 30 mg/day based on mg/m2 body surface area slight maternal toxicity and slightly prolonged gestation were observed at 10 times the mrhd. an increase in stillbirths and, decreases in pup weight (persisting into adulthood) and survival were also seen at this dose. risk summary limited data from published literature report the presence of aripiprazole in human breast milk, at relative infant doses ranging between 0.7% to 8.3% of the maternal weight-adjusted dosage. there are reports of poor weight gain in breastfed infants exposed to aripiprazole and reports of inadequate milk supply in lactating women taking aripiprazole. the development and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for aripiprazole and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from aripiprazole or from the underlying maternal condition. the pharmacokinetics of aripiprazole and dehydro-aripiprazole in pediatric patients, 10 to 17 years of age, were similar to those in adults after correcting for the differences in body weight [see clinical pharmacology (12.3)]. schizophrenia safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients with schizophrenia were established in a 6 week, placebo-controlled clinical trial in 202 pediatric patients aged 13 to 17 years [see dosage and administration (2.1), adverse reactions (6.1), and clinical studies (14.1)]. although maintenance efficacy in pediatric patients has not been systematically evaluated, maintenance efficacy can be extrapolated from adult data along with comparisons of aripiprazole pharmacokinetic parameters in adult and pediatric patients.   irritability associated with autistic disorder safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients demonstrating irritability associated with autistic disorder were established in two 8 week, placebo-controlled clinical trials in 212 pediatric patients aged 6 to 17 years [see indications and usage (1), dosage and administration (2.4), adverse reactions (6.1), and clinical studies (14.4)] . a maintenance trial was conducted in pediatric patients (6 to 17 years of age) with irritability associated with autistic disorder. the first phase of this trial was an open-label, flexibly dosed (aripiprazole 2 to 15 mg/day) phase in which patients were stabilized (defined as >25% improvement on the abc-i subscale, and a cgi-i rating of “much improved” or “very much improved”) on aripiprazole for 12 consecutive weeks. overall, 85 patients were stabilized and entered the second, 16 week, double-blind phase where they were randomized to either continue aripiprazole treatment or switch to placebo. in this trial, the efficacy of aripiprazole for the maintenance treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder was not established. tourette’s disorder safety and effectiveness of aripiprazole in pediatric patients with tourette’s disorder were established in one 8 week (aged 7 to 17 years) and one 10 week trial (aged 6 to 18 years) in 194 pediatric patients [see dosage and administration (2.5), adverse reactions (6.1), and clinical studies (14.5)] . maintenance efficacy in pediatric patients has not been systematically evaluated. juvenile animal studies aripiprazole in juvenile rats caused mortality, cns clinical signs, impaired memory and learning,  and  delayed  sexual  maturation when  administered at  oral  doses  of  10,  20, 40 mg/kg/day  from  weaning  (21  days  old)  through  maturity  (80  days   old).  at 40 mg/kg/day, mortality, decreased activity, splayed hind limbs, hunched posture, ataxia, tremors and other cns signs were observed in both genders. in addition, delayed sexual maturation was observed in males. at all doses and in a dose-dependent manner, impaired memory and learning, increased motor activity, and histopathology changes in the pituitary (atrophy), adrenals (adrenocortical hypertrophy), mammary glands (hyperplasia and increased secretion), and female reproductive organs (vaginal mucification, endometrial atrophy, decrease in ovarian corpora lutea) were observed. the changes in female reproductive organs were considered secondary to the increase in prolactin serum levels. a no observed adverse effect level (noael) could not be determined and, at the lowest tested dose of 10 mg/kg/day, there is no safety margin relative to the systemic exposures (auc0-24 ) for aripiprazole or its major active metabolite in adolescents at the maximum recommended pediatric dose of 15 mg/day. all drug-related effects were reversible after a 2 month recovery period, and most of the drug effects in juvenile rats were also observed in adult rats from previously conducted studies. aripiprazole in juvenile dogs (2 months old) caused cns clinical signs of tremors, hypoactivity, ataxia, recumbency and limited use of hind limbs when administered orally for 6 months at 3, 10, 30 mg/kg/day. mean body weight and weight gain were decreased up to 18% in females in all drug groups relative to control values. a noael could not be determined and, at the lowest tested dose of 3 mg/kg/day, there is no safety margin relative to the systemic exposures (auc0-24 ) for aripiprazole or its major active metabolite in adolescents at the maximum recommended pediatric dose of 15 mg/day. all drug-related effects were reversible after a 2 month recovery period. no dosage adjustment is recommended for elderly patients [see boxed warning, warnings and precautions (5.1), and clinical pharmacology (12.3)]. of the 13,543 patients treated with oral aripiprazole in clinical trials, 1,073 (8%) were ≥65 years old and 799 (6%) were ≥75 years old. placebo-controlled studies of oral aripiprazole in schizophrenia, or other indications did not include sufficient numbers of patients aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients. aripiprazole is not approved for the treatment of patients with psychosis associated with alzheimer’s disease [see boxed warning and warnings and precautions (5.1)]. dosage adjustment is recommended in known cyp2d6 poor metabolizers due to high aripiprazole concentrations. approximately 8% of caucasians and 3 to 8% of black/african americans cannot metabolize cyp2d6 substrates and are classified as poor metabolizers (pm) [see dosage and administration (2.7) and clinical pharmacology (12.3)]. no  dosage  adjustment for  aripiprazole  is  required  on  the  basis  of  a  patient’s  hepatic function (mild to severe hepatic impairment, child-pugh score between 5 and 15), or renal function (mild to severe renal impairment, glomerular filtration rate between 15 and 90 ml/minute) [see clinical pharmacology (12.3)]. no dosage adjustment for aripiprazole is required on the basis of a patient’s sex, race, or smoking status [see clinical pharmacology (12.3)]. aripiprazole is not a controlled substance. aripiprazole has not been systematically studied in humans for its potential for abuse, tolerance, or physical dependence. consequently, patients should be evaluated carefully for a history of drug abuse, and such patients should be observed closely for signs of aripiprazole misuse or abuse (e.g., development of tolerance, increases in dose, drug-seeking behavior). in physical dependence studies in monkeys, withdrawal symptoms were observed upon abrupt cessation of dosing. while the clinical trials did not reveal any tendency for any drug-seeking behavior, these observations were not systematic and it is not possible to predict on the basis of this limited experience the extent to which a cns-active drug will be misused, diverted, and/or abused once marketed.

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aurobindo pharma limited - atomoxetine hydrochloride (unii: 57wvb6i2w0) (atomoxetine - unii:asw034s0b8) - atomoxetine 10 mg - atomoxetine capsules are indicated for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd). the efficacy of atomoxetine capsules was established in seven clinical trials in outpatients with adhd: four 6 to 9-week trials in pediatric patients (ages 6 to 18), two 10-week trial in adults, and one maintenance trial in pediatrics (ages 6 to 15) [see clinical studies (14)] . a diagnosis of adhd (dsm-iv) implies the presence of hyperactive-impulsive or inattentive symptoms that cause impairment and that were present before age 7 years. the symptoms must be persistent, must be more severe than is typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development, must cause clinically significant impairment, e.g., in social, academic, or occupational functioning, and must be present in 2 or more settings, e.g., school (or work) and at home. the symptoms must not be better accounted for by another mental disorder. the specific etiology of adhd is unknown, and there is no single diagnostic test. adequate diagnosis requires the use not only of medical but also of special psychological, educational, and social resources. learning may or may not be impaired. the diagnosis must be based upon a complete history and evaluation of the patient and not solely on the presence of the required number of dsm-iv characteristics. for the inattentive type, at least 6 of the following symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months: lack of attention to details/careless mistakes, lack of sustained attention, poor listener, failure to follow through on tasks, poor organization, avoids tasks requiring sustained mental effort, loses things, easily distracted, forgetful. for the hyperactive-impulsive type, at least 6 of the following symptoms must have persisted for at least 6 months: fidgeting/squirming, leaving seat, inappropriate running/climbing, difficulty with quiet activities, “on the go,” excessive talking, blurting answers, can’t wait turn, intrusive. for a combined type diagnosis, both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive criteria must be met. atomoxetine capsules are indicated as an integral part of a total treatment program for adhd that may include other measures (psychological, educational, social) for patients with this syndrome. drug treatment may not be indicated for all patients with this syndrome. drug treatment is not intended for use in the patient who exhibits symptoms secondary to environmental factors and/or other primary psychiatric disorders, including psychosis. appropriate educational placement is essential in children and adolescents with this diagnosis and psychosocial intervention is often helpful. when remedial measures alone are insufficient, the decision to prescribe drug treatment medication will depend upon the physician’s assessment of the chronicity and severity of the patient’s symptoms. atomoxetine capsules are contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive to atomoxetine or other constituents of the product [see warnings and precautions (5.8)] . atomoxetine capsules should not be taken with an maoi, or within 2 weeks after discontinuing an maoi. treatment with an maoi should not be initiated within 2 weeks after discontinuing atomoxetine capsules. with other drugs that affect brain monoamine concentrations, there have been reports of serious, sometimes fatal reactions (including hyperthermia, rigidity, myoclonus, autonomic instability with possible rapid fluctuations of vital signs, and mental status changes that include extreme agitation progressing to delirium and coma) when taken in combination with an maoi. some cases presented with features resembling neuroleptic malignant syndrome. such reactions may occur when these drugs are given concurrently or in close proximity [see drug interactions (7.1)] . in clinical trials, atomoxetine capsules use was associated with an increased risk of mydriasis and therefore its use is not recommended in patients with narrow angle glaucoma. serious reactions, including elevated blood pressure and tachyarrhythmia, have been reported in patients with pheochromocytoma or a history of pheochromocytoma who received atomoxetine capsules. therefore, atomoxetine capsules should not be taken by patients with pheochromocytoma or a history of pheochromocytoma. atomoxetine capsules should not be used in patients with severe cardiac or vascular disorders whose condition would be expected to deteriorate if they experience increases in blood pressure or heart rate that could be clinically important (for example, 15 to 20 mm hg in blood pressure or 20 beats per minute in heart rate) [see warnings and precautions (5.4)] . pregnancy exposure registry there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to adhd medications, including atomoxetine, during pregnancy. healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the national pregnancy registry for adhd medications at 1-866-961-2388 or visiting https://womensmentalhealth.org/adhd-medications/. risk summary available published studies with atomoxetine use in pregnant women are insufficient to establish a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. some animal reproduction studies of atomoxetine had adverse developmental outcomes. one of 3 studies in pregnant rabbits dosed during organogenesis resulted in decreased live fetuses and an increase in early resorptions, as well as slight increases in the incidences of atypical origin of carotid artery and absent subclavian artery. these effects were observed at plasma levels (auc) 3 times and 0.4 times the human plasma levels in extensive and poor metabolizers receiving the maximum recommended human dose (mrhd), respectively. in rats dosed prior to mating and during organogenesis a decrease in fetal weight (female only) and an increase in the incidence of incomplete ossification of the vertebral arch in fetuses were observed at a dose approximately 5 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis. in one of 2 studies in which rats were dosed prior to mating through the periods of organogenesis and lactation, decreased pup weight and decreased pup survival were observed at doses corresponding to 5 to 6 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis. no adverse fetal effects were seen in pregnant rats dosed during the organogenesis period (see data) . the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. in the u.s. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15­ to 20%, respectively. data animal data pregnant rabbits were treated with up to 100 mg/kg/day of atomoxetine by gavage throughout the period of organogenesis. at this dose, in 1 of 3 studies, a decrease in live fetuses and an increase in early resorptions was observed. slight increases in the incidences of atypical origin of carotid artery and absent subclavian artery were observed. these findings were observed at doses that caused slight maternal toxicity. the no-effect dose for these findings was 30 mg/kg/day. the 100 mg/kg dose is approximately 23 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis; plasma levels (auc) of atomoxetine at this dose in rabbits are estimated to be 3.3 times (extensive metabolizers) or 0.4 times (poor metabolizers) those in humans receiving the mrhd. rats were treated with up to approximately 50 mg/kg/day of atomoxetine (approximately 6 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis) in the diet from 2 weeks (females) or 10 weeks (males) prior to mating through the periods of organogenesis and lactation. in 1 of 2 studies, decreases in pup weight and pup survival were observed. the decreased pup survival was also seen at 25 mg/kg (but not at 13 mg/kg). in a study in which rats were treated with atomoxetine in the diet from 2 weeks (females) or 10 weeks (males) prior to mating throughout the period of organogenesis, a decrease in fetal weight (female only) and an increase in the incidence of incomplete ossification of the vertebral arch in fetuses were observed at 40 mg/kg/day (approximately 5 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis) but not at 20 mg/kg/day. no adverse fetal effects were seen when pregnant rats were treated with up to 150 mg/kg/day (approximately 17 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis) by gavage throughout the period of organogenesis. risk summary there are no data on the presence of atomoxetine or its metabolite in human milk, the effects on the breastfed child, or the effects on milk production. atomoxetine is present in animal milk. when a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will be present in human milk. the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for atomoxetine and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from atomoxetine or from the underlying maternal condition. anyone considering the use of atomoxetine in a child or adolescent must balance the potential risks with the clinical need [see boxed warning and warnings and precautions (5.1)] . the pharmacokinetics of atomoxetine in children and adolescents are similar to those in adults. the safety, efficacy, and pharmacokinetics of atomoxetine in pediatric patients less than 6 years of age have not been evaluated. a study was conducted in young rats to evaluate the effects of atomoxetine on growth and neurobehavioral and sexual development. rats were treated with 1, 10, or 50 mg/kg/day (approximately 0.2, 2, and 8 times, respectively, the maximum human dose on a mg/m2 basis) of atomoxetine given by gavage from the early postnatal period (day 10 of age) through adulthood. slight delays in onset of vaginal patency (all doses) and preputial separation (10 and 50 mg/kg), slight decreases in epididymal weight and sperm number (10 and 50 mg/kg), and a slight decrease in corpora lutea (50 mg/kg) were seen, but there were no effects on fertility or reproductive performance. a slight delay in onset of incisor eruption was seen at 50 mg/kg. a slight increase in motor activity was seen on day 15 (males at 10 and 50 mg/kg and females at 50 mg/kg) and on day 30 (females at 50 mg/kg) but not on day 60 of age. there were no effects on learning and memory tests. the significance of these findings to humans is unknown. the safety, efficacy and pharmacokinetics of atomoxetine in geriatric patients have not been evaluated. atomoxetine exposure (auc) is increased, compared with normal subjects, in em subjects with moderate (child-pugh class b) (2-fold increase) and severe (child-pugh class c) (4-fold increase) hepatic insufficiency. dosage adjustment is recommended for patients with moderate or severe hepatic insufficiency [see dosage and administration (2.3)] . em subjects with end stage renal disease had higher systemic exposure to atomoxetine than healthy subjects (about a 65% increase), but there was no difference when exposure was corrected for mg/kg dose. atomoxetine can therefore be administered to adhd patients with end stage renal disease or lesser degrees of renal insufficiency using the normal dosing regimen. gender did not influence atomoxetine disposition. ethnic origin did not influence atomoxetine disposition (except that pms are more common in caucasians). tics in patients with adhd and comorbid tourette’s disorder — atomoxetine administered in a flexible dose range of 0.5 to 1.5 mg/kg/day (mean dose of 1.3 mg/kg/day) and placebo were compared in 148 randomized pediatric (age 7 to 17 years) subjects with a dsm-iv diagnosis of adhd and comorbid tic disorder in an 18 week, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in which the majority (80%) enrolled in this trial with tourette’s disorder (tourette’s disorder: 116 subjects; chronic motor tic disorder: 29 subjects). a non-inferiority analysis revealed that atomoxetine did not worsen tics in these patients as determined by the yale global tic severity scale total score (ygtss). out of 148 patients who entered the acute treatment phase, 103 (69.6%) patients discontinued the study. the primary reason for discontinuation in both the atomoxetine (38 of 76 patients, 50.0%) and placebo (45 of 72 patients, 62.5%) treatment groups was identified as lack of efficacy with most of the patients discontinuing at week 12. this was the first visit where patients with a cgi-s≥4 could also meet the criteria for “clinical non-responder” (cgi-s remained the same or increased from study baseline) and be eligible to enter an open-label extension study with atomoxetine. there have been postmarketing reports of tics [see adverse reactions (6.2)]. anxiety in patients with adhd and comorbid anxiety disorders – in two post-marketing, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials, it has been demonstrated that treating patients with adhd and comorbid anxiety disorders with atomoxetine does not worsen their anxiety. in a 12-week double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, 176 patients, aged 8 to 17, who met dsm-iv criteria for adhd and at least one of the anxiety disorders of separation anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder or social phobia were randomized. following a 2-week double-blind placebo lead-in, atomoxetine was initiated at 0.8 mg/kg/day with increase to a target dose of 1.2 mg/kg/day (median dose 1.3 mg/kg/day +/- 0.29 mg/kg/day). atomoxetine did not worsen anxiety in these patients as determined by the pediatric anxiety rating scale (pars). of the 158 patients who completed the double-blind placebo lead-in, 26 (16%) patients discontinued the study. in a separate 16-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, 442 patients aged 18 to 65, who met dsm-iv criteria for adult adhd and social anxiety disorder (23% of whom also had generalized anxiety disorder) were randomized. following a 2-week double-blind placebo lead-in, atomoxetine was initiated at 40 mg/day to a maximum dose of 100 mg/day (mean daily dose 83 mg/day +/- 19.5 mg/day). atomoxetine did not worsen anxiety in these patients as determined by the liebowitz social anxiety scale (lsas). of the 413 patients who completed the double-blind placebo lead-in, 149 (36.1%) patients discontinued the study. there have been postmarketing reports of anxiety [see adverse reactions (6.2)] . atomoxetine is not a controlled substance. in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, abuse-potential study in adults comparing effects of atomoxetine and placebo, atomoxetine was not associated with a pattern of response that suggested stimulant or euphoriant properties. clinical study data in over 2000 children, adolescents, and adults with adhd and over 1200 adults with depression showed only isolated incidents of drug diversion or inappropriate self-administration associated with atomoxetine. there was no evidence of symptom rebound or adverse reactions suggesting a drug-discontinuation or withdrawal syndrome. animal experience — drug discrimination studies in rats and monkeys showed inconsistent stimulus generalization between atomoxetine and cocaine.

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alembic pharmaceuticals limited - ropinirole hydrochloride (unii: d7zd41rzi9) (ropinirole - unii:030pyr8953) - ropinirole 0.25 mg - parkinson’s disease ropinirole tablets are indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of idiopathic parkinson’s disease. the effectiveness of ropinirole tablets were demonstrated in randomized, controlled trials in patients with early parkinson’s disease who were not receiving concomitant l-dopa therapy as well as in patients with advanced disease on concomitant l-dopa (see clinical pharmacology: clinical trials). restless legs syndrome ropinirole tablets are indicated for the treatment of moderate-to-severe primary restless legs syndrome (rls). key diagnostic criteria for rls are: an urge to move the legs usually accompanied or caused by uncomfortable and unpleasant leg sensations; symptoms begin or worsen during periods of rest or inactivity such as lying or sitting; symptoms are partially or totally relieved by movement such as walking or stretching at least as long as the activity continues; and symptoms are worse or occur only in the evening or night. difficulty falling asle

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cadila pharmaceuticals limited - verapamil hydrochloride (unii: v3888oey5r) (verapamil - unii:cj0o37ku29) - verapamil hydrochloride 180 mg - verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure. lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions. these benefits have been seen in controlled trials of antihypertensive drugs from a wide variety of pharmacologic classes including this drug. control of high blood pressure should be part of comprehensive cardiovascular risk management, including, as appropriate, lipid control, diabetes management, antithrombotic therapy, smoking cessation, exercise, and limited sodium intake. many patients will require more than one drug to achieve blood pressure goals. for specific advice on goals and management, see published guidelines, such as those of the national high blood pressure education program's joint national committee on prevention, detection, evaluation, and treatment of high blood pressure (jnc). numerous antihypertensive drugs, from a variety of pharmacolog

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nucare pharmaceuticals,inc. - sertraline hydrochloride (unii: uti8907y6x) (sertraline - unii:quc7nx6wmb) - sertraline 100 mg - major depressive disorder– sertraline hydrochloride tablets usp are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. the efficacy of sertraline hydrochloride in the treatment of a major depressive episode was established in six to eight week controlled trials of adult outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the dsm-iii category of major depressive disorder (see clinical trials under clinical pharmacology). 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 o

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aurobindo pharma limited - lisinopril (unii: e7199s1ywr) (lisinopril anhydrous - unii:7q3p4bs2fd), hydrochlorothiazide (unii: 0j48lph2th) (hydrochlorothiazide - unii:0j48lph2th) - lisinopril 10 mg - lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets, usp are indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure. lowering blood pressure lowers the risk of fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions. these benefits have been seen in controlled trials of antihypertensive drugs from a wide variety of pharmacologic classes including lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. control of high blood pressure should be part of comprehensive cardiovascular risk management, including, as appropriate, lipid control, diabetes management, antithrombotic therapy, smoking cessation, exercise, and limited sodium intake. many patients will require more than 1 drug to achieve blood pressure goals. for specific advice on goals and management, see published guidelines, such as those of the national high blood pressure education program’s joint national committee on prevention, detection, evaluation, and treatment of high blood pressure (jnc). numerous antihypertensive drugs, from a variety of pharmacologic classes and with different mechanisms of action, have been shown in randomized controlled trials to reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, and it can be concluded that it is blood pressure reduction, and not some other pharmacologic property of the drugs, that is largely responsible for those benefits. the largest and most consistent cardiovascular outcome benefit has been a reduction in the risk of stroke, but reductions in myocardial infarction and cardiovascular mortality also have been seen regularly. elevated systolic or diastolic pressure causes increased cardiovascular risk, and the absolute risk increase per mmhg is greater at higher blood pressures, so that even modest reductions of severe hypertension can provide substantial benefit. relative risk reduction from blood pressure reduction is similar across populations with varying absolute risk, so the absolute benefit is greater in patients who are at higher risk independent of their hypertension (for example, patients with diabetes or hyperlipidemia), and such patients would be expected to benefit from more aggressive treatment to a lower blood pressure goal. some antihypertensive drugs have smaller blood pressure effects (as monotherapy) in black patients, and many antihypertensive drugs have additional approved indications and effects (e.g., on angina, heart failure, or diabetic kidney disease). these considerations may guide selection of therapy. these fixed-dose combinations are not indicated for initial therapy (see dosage and administration ). in using lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets, usp consideration should be given to the fact that an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, captopril, has caused agranulocytosis, particularly in patients with renal impairment or collagen vascular disease, and that available data are insufficient to show that lisinopril does not have a similar risk. (see warnings ). in considering use of lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets, usp it should be noted that black patients receiving ace inhibitors have been reported to have a higher incidence of angioedema compared to non-blacks. (see warnings ,  head and neck angioedema ). lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets are contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any component of this product and in patients with a history of angioedema related to previous treatment with an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor and in patients with hereditary or idiopathic angioedema. because of the hydrochlorothiazide component, this product is contraindicated in patients with anuria or hypersensitivity to other sulfonamide-derived drugs. lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets are contraindicated in combination with a neprilysin inhibitor (e.g., sacubitril). do not administer lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets within 36 hours of switching to or from sacubitril/valsartan, a neprilysin inhibitor (see warnings ). do not coadminister aliskiren with lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets in patients with diabetes.

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aurobindo pharma limited - citalopram hydrobromide (unii: i1e9d14f36) (citalopram - unii:0dhu5b8d6v) - citalopram 10 mg in 5 ml - citalopram oral solution, usp is indicated for the treatment of depression. the efficacy of citalopram oral solution, usp in the treatment of depression was established in 4 to 6 week, controlled trials of outpatients whose diagnosis corresponded most closely to the dsm-iii and dsm-iii-r category of major depressive disorder (see clinical pharmacology ). a major depressive episode (dsm-iv) implies a prominent and relatively persistent (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks) depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning, and includes at least five of the following nine symptoms: depressed mood, loss of interest in usual activities, significant change in weight and/or appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation or retardation, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, a suicide attempt or suicidal ideation. the antidepressant action of citalopram oral solution, usp in hospitalized depressed patients has no

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aurobindo pharma limited - amlodipine besylate (unii: 864v2q084h) (amlodipine - unii:1j444qc288) - amlodipine 2.5 mg - amlodipine besylate tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure. lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions. these benefits have been seen in controlled trials of antihypertensive drugs from a wide variety of pharmacologic classes including amlodipine besylate tablets. control of high blood pressure should be part of comprehensive cardiovascular risk management, including, as appropriate, lipid control, diabetes management, antithrombotic therapy, smoking cessation, exercise, and limited sodium intake. many patients will require more than one drug to achieve blood pressure goals. for specific advice on goals and management, see published guidelines, such as those of the national high blood pressure education program’s joint national committee on prevention, detection, evaluation, and treatment of high blood pressure (jnc). numerous antihypertensive drugs, from a variety of pharmacologic classes and with different mechanisms of action, have been shown in randomized controlled trials to reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, and it can be concluded that it is blood pressure reduction, and not some other pharmacologic property of the drugs, that is largely responsible for those benefits. the largest and most consistent cardiovascular outcome benefit has been a reduction in the risk of stroke, but reductions in myocardial infarction and cardiovascular mortality also have been seen regularly. elevated systolic or diastolic pressure causes increased cardiovascular risk, and the absolute risk increase per mmhg is greater at higher blood pressures, so that even modest reductions of severe hypertension can provide substantial benefit. relative risk reduction from blood pressure reduction is similar across populations with varying absolute risk, so the absolute benefit is greater in patients who are at higher risk independent of their hypertension (for example, patients with diabetes or hyperlipidemia), and such patients would be expected to benefit from more aggressive treatment to a lower blood pressure goal. some antihypertensive drugs have smaller blood pressure effects (as monotherapy) in black patients, and many antihypertensive drugs have additional approved indications and effects (e.g., on angina, heart failure, or diabetic kidney disease). these considerations may guide selection of therapy. amlodipine besylate tablets may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. chronic stable angina amlodipine besylate tablets are indicated for the symptomatic treatment of chronic stable angina. amlodipine besylate tablets may be used alone or in combination with other antianginal agents. vasospastic angina (prinzmetal’s or variant angina) amlodipine besylate tablets are indicated for the treatment of confirmed or suspected vasospastic angina. amlodipine besylate tablets may be used as monotherapy or in combination with other antianginal agents. angiographically documented cad in patients with recently documented cad by angiography and without heart failure or an ejection fraction <40%, amlodipine besylate tablets are indicated to reduce the risk of hospitalization for angina and to reduce the risk of a coronary revascularization procedure. amlodipine besylate tablets are contraindicated in patients with known sensitivity to amlodipine. risk summary the limited available data based on post-marketing reports with amlodipine besylate use in pregnant women are not sufficient to inform a drug-associated risk for major birth defects and miscarriage. there are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled hypertension in pregnancy [see clinical considerations] . in animal reproduction studies, there was no evidence of adverse developmental effects when pregnant rats and rabbits were treated orally with amlodipine maleate during organogenesis at doses approximately 10 and 20-times the maximum recommended human dose (mrhd), respectively. however for rats, litter size was significantly decreased (by about 50%) and the number of intrauterine deaths was significantly increased (about 5-fold). amlodipine has been shown to prolong both the gestation period and the duration of labor in rats at this dose [see data] . the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss or other adverse outcomes. in the u.s. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. clinical considerations disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk hypertension in pregnancy increases the maternal risk for pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, premature delivery, and delivery complications (e.g., need for cesarean section and post-partum hemorrhage). hypertension increases the fetal risk for intrauterine growth restriction and intrauterine death. pregnant women with hypertension should be carefully monitored and managed accordingly. data animal data no evidence of teratogenicity or other embryo/fetal toxicity was found when pregnant rats and rabbits were treated orally with amlodipine maleate at doses up to 10 mg amlodipine/kg/day (approximately 10 and 20 times the mrhd based on body surface area, respectively) during their respective periods of major organogenesis. however for rats, litter size was significantly decreased (by about 50%) and the number of intrauterine deaths was significantly increased (about 5-fold) in rats receiving amlodipine maleate at a dose equivalent to 10 mg amlodipine/kg/day for 14 days before mating and throughout mating and gestation. amlodipine maleate has been shown to prolong both the gestation period and the duration of labor in rats at this dose. risk summary limited available data from a published clinical lactation study reports that amlodipine is present in human milk at an estimated median relative infant dose of 4.2%. no adverse effects of amlodipine on the breastfed infant have been observed. there is no available information on the effects of amlodipine on milk production. amlodipine besylate (2.5 to 5 mg daily) is effective in lowering blood pressure in patients 6 to 17 years [see clinical studies (14.1)] . effect of amlodipine besylate on blood pressure in patients less than 6 years of age is not known. clinical studies of amlodipine besylate did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients. in general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy. elderly patients have decreased clearance of amlodipine with a resulting increase of auc of approximately 40 to 60%, and a lower initial dose may be required [see dosage and administration (2.1)] .