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Sertraline Hydrochloride (UNII: UTI8907Y6X) (Sertraline - UNII:QUC7NX6WMB)
Watson Laboratories, Inc.
Sertraline Hydrochloride
TABLET
25 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Major Depressive Disorder –Sertraline hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. The efficacy of sertraline hydrochloride tablets 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 (seeClinical 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 or suicidal ideation. The antidepressant action of sertraline hydr
Sertraline hydrochloride tablets are supplied in capsule-shaped tablets containing sertraline hydrochloride equivalent to 25, 50 and 100 mg of sertraline, are packaged in bottles. Sertraline hydrochloride 25 mg Tablets: green film coated tablets debossed WPI on one side and on the other side debossed 32 to the left of the score line and 38 to the right of the score line. Bottles of 30 and 90 Sertraline hydrochloride 50 mg Tablets: blue film coated tablets debossed WPI on one side and on the other side 32 debossed to the left of the score line and 39 to the right of the score line. Bottles of 30, 90 and 1000 Sertraline hydrochloride 100 mg Tablets: yellow film coated tablets debossed WPI on one side and on the other side 32 to the left of the score line and 40 to the right of the score line. Bottles of 30, 90 and 1000 Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). [See USP controlled room temperature.] PHARMACIST: Watson has included a minimum quantity of Medication Guides to be dispensed with Sertraline Hydrochloride Tablet prescriptions Rx only Manufactured for: Watson Laboratories, Inc. Corona, CA 92880 USA Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd. Kurkumbh, India Revised: August 2007 0807B
SERTRALINE HYDROCHLORIDE- SERTRALINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET Watson Laboratories, Inc. ---------- MEDICATION GUIDE ANTIDEPRESSANT MEDICINES, DEPRESSION AND OTHER SERIOUS MENTAL ILLNESSES, AND SUICIDAL THOUGHTS OR ACTIONS Read the Medication Guide that comes with you or your family member’s antidepressant medicine. This Medication Guide is only about the risk of suicidal thoughts and actions with antidepressant medicines. Talk to your, or your family member’s, healthcare provider about: • all risks and benefits of treatment with antidepressant medicines • all treatment choices for depression or other serious mental illness What is the most important information I should know about antidepressant medicines, depression and other serious mental illnesses, and suicidal thoughts or actions? 1. Antidepressant medicines may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some children, teenagers, and young adults within the first few months of treatment. 2. Depression and other serious mental illnesses are the most important causes of suicidal thoughts and actions. Some people may have a particularly high risk of having suicidal thoughts or actions. These include people who have (or have a family history of) bipolar illness (also called manic- depressive illness) or suicidal thoughts or actions. 3. How can I watch for and try to prevent suicidal thoughts and actions in myself or a family member? • Pay close attention to any changes, especially sudden changes, in mood, behaviors, thoughts, or feelings. This is very important when an antidepressant medicine is started or when the dose is changed. • Call the healthcare provider right away to report new or sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings. • Keep all follow-up visits with the healthcare provider as scheduled. Call the healthcare provider between visits as needed, especially if you have concerns about symptoms. Call a healthcare provider right away if you or your family member has any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or Lire le document complet
SERTRALINE HYDROCHLORIDE- SERTRALINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET WATSON LABORATORIES, INC. ---------- SERTRALINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS REVISED: AUGUST 2007 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 SERTRALINE HYDROCHLORIDE 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. SERTRALINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS ARE NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS EXCEPT FOR PATIENTS WITH OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD). (SEE WARNINGS: CLINICAL WORSENING AND SUICIDE RISK, PRECAUTIONS: INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS, AND PRECAUTIONS: PEDIATRIC USE) DESCRIPTION Sertraline hydrochloride tablets are a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) for oral administration. It has a molecular weight of 342.7. Sertraline hydrochloride has the following chemical name: (1S-cis)-4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-N-methyl-1-naphthalenamine hydrochloride. The molecular formula C H NCl •HCl is represented by the following structural formula: Sertraline hydrochloride is a white crystalline powder that is slightly soluble in water and isopropyl 17 17 2 alcohol, and Lire le document complet