Country: Stati Uniti
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MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: HDP7W44CIO) (MECLIZINE - UNII:3L5TQ84570)
NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc.
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Meclizine hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of vertigo associated with diseases affecting the vestibular system in adults. Meclizine hydrochloride is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to meclizine or any of the inactive ingredients [see Adverse Reactions (6) and Description (11)] . Risk Summary Data from epidemiological studies have not generally indicated a drug-associated risk of major birth defects with meclizine during pregnancy. However, in a published study, an increased incidence of fetal malformations was observed following oral administration of meclizine to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis, at doses similar to those used clinically. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicat
Meclizine hydrochloride 25 mg tablets are oval shaped, biconvex, two-layered tablet, one yellow to pale yellow layer debossed with 49 and one white to off white layer debossed with L. NDC 68071-2416-4 BOTTLES OF 4 NDC 68071-2416-6 BOTTLES OF 6 Store at 20 o C to 25 o C (68 o F to 77 o F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container (USP).
New Drug Application Authorized Generic
MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE- MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET NUCARE PHARMACEUTICALS,INC. ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE. MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS, FOR ORAL USE MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE CHEWABLE TABLETS, FOR ORAL USE INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1957 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Meclizine hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of vertigo associated with diseases affecting the vestibular system in adults. (1) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended dosage: 25 mg to 100 mg daily, in divided doses ( 2.1). Tablets: Swallow whole ( 2.2). Chewable Tablets: Must be chewed or crushed before swallowing; do not swallow whole ( 2.2). DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Tablets: 12.5 mg, 25 mg, and 50 mg ( 3). Chewable Tablets: 25 mg ( 3). CONTRAINDICATIONS Meclizine hydrochloride is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to meclizine or any of the inactive ingredients. (4) WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS May cause drowsiness: Use caution when driving a car or operating dangerous machinery ( 5.1). Potential anticholinergic action: this drug should be prescribed with care to patients with a history of asthma, glaucoma, or enlargement of the prostate gland ( 5.2). ADVERSE REACTIONS Common adverse reactions are anaphylactic reaction, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, fatigue, and vomiting. On rare occasions blurred vision has been reported ( 6). TO REPORT SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, CONTACT RISING PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. AT 1-866- 562-4597 OR FDA AT 1-800-FDA-1088 OR WWW.FDA.GOV/MEDWATCH. DRUG INTERACTIONS Coadministration of meclizine hydrochloride with other CNS depressants, including alcohol, may result in increased CNS depression ( 7.1). CYP2D6 inhibitors: As meclizine is metabolized by CYP2D6, there is a potential for drug-drug interactions between meclizine hydrochloride and CYP2D6 inhibitors ( 7.2). SEE 17 FOR PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION. REVIS Aqra d-dokument sħiħ