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apotex corp - bupropion hydrochloride (unii: zg7e5poy8o) (bupropion - unii:01zg3tpx31) - bupropion hydrochloride 75 mg - bupropion hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (mdd), as defined by the diagnostic and statistical manual (dsm). the efficacy of bupropion hydrochloride tablets in the treatment of a major depressive episode was established in two 4-week controlled inpatient trials and one 6-week controlled outpatient trial of adult subjects with mdd [see clinical studies (14)]. - bupropion hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients with a seizure disorder. - bupropion hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients with a current or prior diagnosis of bulimia or anorexia nervosa as a higher incidence of seizures was observed in such patients treated with bupropion hydrochloride tablets [see warnings and precautions (5.3) ]. - bupropion hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients undergoing abrupt discontinuation of alcohol, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and antiepileptic drugs [see warnings and precautions (5.3), drug interactions (7.3) ]. - the use of maois (intended to treat psychiatric disorders) concomitantly with bupropion hydrochloride tablets or within 14 days of discontinuing treatment with bupropion hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated. there is an increased risk of hypertensive reactions when bupropion hydrochloride tablets are used concomitantly with maois. the use of bupropion hydrochloride tablets within 14 days of discontinuing treatment with an maoi is also contraindicated. starting bupropion hydrochloride tablets in a patient treated with reversible maois such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue is contraindicated [see dosage and administration (2.4, 2.5), warnings and precautions (5.4), drug interactions (7.6) ]. - bupropion hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to bupropion or other ingredients of bupropion hydrochloride tablets. anaphylactoid/anaphylactic reactions and stevens-johnson syndrome have been reported [see warnings and precautions (5.8) ]. pregnancy exposure registry there is an independent pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to any antidepressants during pregnancy. healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the national pregnancy registry for antidepressants at 1-844-405-6185 or visiting online at https://womensmentalhealth.org/research/pregnancyregistry/antidepressants/. risk summary data from epidemiological studies of pregnant women exposed to bupropion in the first trimester have not identified an increased risk of congenital malformations overall (see data) . there are risks to the mother associated with untreated depression in pregnancy (see clinical considerations) . when bupropion was administered to pregnant rats during organogenesis, there was no evidence of fetal malformations at doses up to approximately 10 times the maximum recommended human dose (mrhd) of 450 mg/day. when given to pregnant rabbits during organogenesis, non-dose–related increases in incidence of fetal malformations and skeletal variations were observed at doses approximately equal to the mrhd and greater. decreased fetal weights were seen at doses twice the mrhd and greater (see animal data) .   the estimated background risk for major birth defects and miscarriage is unknown for the indicated population. 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 of miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively.   clinical considerations   disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk: a prospective, longitudinal study followed 201 pregnant women with a history of major depressive disorder who were euthymic and taking antidepressants during pregnancy at the beginning of pregnancy. the women who discontinued antidepressants during pregnancy were more likely to experience a relapse of major depression than women who continued antidepressants. consider the risks to the mother of untreated depression and potential effects on the fetus when discontinuing or changing treatment with antidepressant medications during pregnancy and postpartum.   data   human data: data from the international bupropion pregnancy registry (675 first trimester exposures) and a retrospective cohort study using the united healthcare database (1,213 first trimester exposures) did not show an increased risk for malformations overall. the registry was not designed or powered to evaluate specific defects but suggested a possible increase in cardiac malformations.   no increased risk for cardiovascular malformations overall has been observed after bupropion exposure during the first trimester. the prospectively observed rate of cardiovascular malformations in pregnancies with exposure to bupropion in the first trimester from the international pregnancy registry was 1.3% (9 cardiovascular malformations/675 first trimester maternal bupropion exposures), which is similar to the background rate of cardiovascular malformations (approximately 1%). data from the united healthcare database, which had a limited number of exposed cases with cardiovascular malformations, and a case-control study (6,853 infants with cardiovascular malformations and 5,763 with non-cardiovascular malformations) of self-reported bupropion use from the national birth defects prevention study (nbdps) did not show an increased risk for cardiovascular malformations overall after bupropion exposure during the first trimester.   study findings on bupropion exposure during the first trimester and risk for left ventricular outflow tract obstruction (lvoto) are inconsistent and do not allow conclusions regarding a possible association. the united healthcare database lacked sufficient power to evaluate this association; the nbdps found increased risk for lvoto (n = 10; adjusted or = 2.6; 95% ci: 1.2, 5.7), and the slone epidemiology case control study did not find increased risk for lvoto.   study findings on bupropion exposure during the first trimester and risk for ventricular septal defect (vsd) are inconsistent and do not allow conclusions regarding a possible association. the slone epidemiology study found an increased risk for vsd following first trimester maternal bupropion exposure (n = 17; adjusted or = 2.5; 95% ci: 1.3, 5) but did not find increased risk for any other cardiovascular malformations studied (including lvoto as above). the nbdps and united healthcare database study did not find an association between first trimester maternal bupropion exposure and vsd.   for the findings of lvoto and vsd, the studies were limited by the small number of exposed cases, inconsistent findings among studies, and the potential for chance findings from multiple comparisons in case control studies.   animal data: in studies conducted in pregnant rats and rabbits, bupropion was administered orally during the period of organogenesis at doses of up to 450 and 150 mg/kg/day, respectively (approximately 10 and 6 times the mrhd, respectively, on a mg/m2 basis). there was no evidence of fetal malformations in rats. when given to pregnant rabbits during organogenesis, non-dose–related increases in incidence of fetal malformations and skeletal variations were observed at the lowest dose tested (25 mg/kg/day, approximately equal to the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis) and greater. decreased fetal weights were observed at doses of 50 mg/kg/day (approximately 2 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis) and greater. no maternal toxicity was evident at doses of 50 mg/kg/day or less. in a pre-and postnatal development study, bupropion administered orally to pregnant rats at doses of up to 150 mg/kg/day (approximately 3 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis) from embryonic implantation through lactation had no effect on pup growth or development. risk summary   data from published literature report the presence of bupropion and its metabolites in human milk (see data). there are no data on the effects of bupropion or its metabolites on milk production. limited data from postmarketing reports have not identified a clear association of adverse reactions in the breastfed infant. the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for bupropion hydrochloride tablets and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from bupropion hydrochloride tablets or from the underlying maternal condition.   data in a lactation study of 10 women, levels of orally dosed bupropion and its active metabolites were measured in expressed milk. the average daily infant exposure (assuming 150 ml/kg daily consumption) to bupropion and its active metabolites was 2% of the maternal weight-adjusted dose. postmarketing reports have described seizures in breastfed infants. the relationship of bupropion exposure and these seizures is unclear. safety and effectiveness in the pediatric population have not been established [see boxed warning, warnings and precautions (5.1)] . of the approximately 6,000 subjects who participated in clinical trials with bupropion sustained-release tablets (depression and smoking cessation trials), 275 were aged ≥65 years and 47 were aged ≥75 years. in addition, several hundred subjects aged ≥65 years participated in clinical trials using the immediate-release formulation of bupropion (depression trials). no overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects. reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out. bupropion is extensively metabolized in the liver to active metabolites, which are further metabolized and excreted by the kidneys. the risk of adverse reactions may be greater in patients with impaired renal function. because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, it may be necessary to consider this factor in dose selection; it may be useful to monitor renal function [see dosage and administration (2.3), use in specific populations (8.6),  clinical pharmacology (12.3)] . consider a reduced dose and/or dosing frequency of bupropion hydrochloride tablets in patients with renal impairment (gfr less than 90 ml/min). bupropion and its metabolites are cleared renally and may accumulate in such patients to a greater extent than usual. monitor closely for adverse reactions that could indicate high bupropion or metabolite exposures [see dosage and administration (2.3), clinical pharmacology (12.3)] . in patients with moderate to severe hepatic impairment (child-pugh score: 7 to 15), the maximum dose of bupropion hydrochloride tablets is 75 mg daily. in patients with mild hepatic impairment (child-pugh score: 5 to 6), consider reducing the dose and/or frequency of dosing [see dosage and administration (2.2), clinical pharmacology (12.3)] . bupropion is not a controlled substance. humans controlled clinical trials conducted in normal volunteers, in subjects with a history of multiple drug abuse, and in depressed subjects showed some increase in motor activity and agitation/excitement, often typical of central stimulant activity. in a population of individuals experienced with drugs of abuse, a single oral dose of 400 mg of bupropion produced mild amphetamine-like activity as compared with placebo on the morphine-benzedrine subscale of the addiction research center inventories (arci) and a score greater than placebo but less than 15 mg of the schedule ii stimulant dextroamphetamine on the liking scale of the arci. these scales measure general feelings of euphoria and drug liking which are often associated with abuse potential. findings in clinical trials, however, are not known to reliably predict the abuse potential of drugs. nonetheless, evidence from single-dose trials does suggest that the recommended daily dosage of bupropion when administered orally in divided doses is not likely to be significantly reinforcing to amphetamine or cns stimulant abusers. however, higher doses (which could not be tested because of the risk of seizure) might be modestly attractive to those who abuse cns stimulant drugs. bupropion hydrochloride tablets are intended for oral use only. the inhalation of crushed tablets or injection of dissolved bupropion has been reported. seizures and/or cases of death have been reported when bupropion has been administered intranasally or by parenteral injection. animals studies in rodents and primates demonstrated that bupropion exhibits some pharmacologic actions common to psychostimulants. in rodents, it has been shown to increase locomotor activity, elicit a mild stereotyped behavior response, and increase rates of responding in several schedule-controlled behavior paradigms. in primate models assessing the positive-reinforcing effects of psychoactive drugs, bupropion was self-administered intravenously. in rats, bupropion produced amphetamine-like and cocaine-like discriminative stimulus effects in drug discrimination paradigms used to characterize the subjective effects of psychoactive drugs.

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apotex corp. - duloxetine hydrochloride (unii: 9044sc542w) (duloxetine - unii:o5tnm5n07u) - duloxetine 20 mg - duloxetine delayed-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of: - major depressive disorder in adults - generalized anxiety disorder in adults and pediatric patients 7 years of age and older - diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain in adults - fibromyalgia in adults and pediatric patients 13 years of age and older - chronic musculoskeletal pain in adults the use of maois intended to treat psychiatric disorders with duloxetine delayed-release capsules or within 5 days of stopping treatment with duloxetine delayed-release capsules is contraindicated because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome. the use of duloxetine delayed-release capsules within 14 days of stopping an maoi intended to treat psychiatric disorders is contraindicated [see dosage and administration (2.8) and warnings and precautions (5.4)]. starting duloxetine delayed-release capsules in a patient who is being treated with maois such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue is also contraindicated because of an increased risk of ser

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preferred pharmaceuticals, inc. - mirtazapine (unii: a051q2099q) (mirtazapine - unii:a051q2099q) - mirtazapine 15 mg - mirtazapine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.   the efficacy of mirtazapine tablets in the treatment of major depressive disorder was established in 6-week controlled trials of outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders – 3rd edition (dsm-iii) 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 effectiveness of mirtazapine tablets in

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apotex corp. - gabapentin (unii: 6cw7f3g59x) (gabapentin - unii:6cw7f3g59x) - gabapentin 100 mg - gabapentin is indicated for: - management of postherpetic neuralgia in adults - adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial onset seizures, with and without secondary generalization, in adults and pediatric patients 3 years and older with epilepsy gabapentin is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity to the drug or its ingredients. pregnancy exposure registry there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to antiepileptic drugs (aeds), such as gabapentin, during pregnancy. encourage women who are taking gabapentin during pregnancy to enroll in the north american antiepileptic drug (naaed) pregnancy registry by calling the toll free number 1-888-233-2334 or visiting http:/www.aedpregnancyregistry.org/ risk summary there are no adequate data on the developmental risks associated with the use of gabapentin in pregnant women. in nonclinical studies in mice, rats, and rabbits, gabapentin was developmentally toxic (increased fetal skeletal and

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apotex corp. - olanzapine (unii: n7u69t4szr) (olanzapine - unii:n7u69t4szr) - olanzapine 2.5 mg - oral olanzapine tablets are indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. efficacy was established in three clinical trials in adult patients with schizophrenia: two 6-week trials and one maintenance trial. in adolescent patients with schizophrenia (ages 13 to 17), efficacy was established in one 6-week trial [see clinical studies (14.1)] . when deciding among the alternative treatments available for adolescents, clinicians should consider the increased potential (in adolescents as compared with adults) for weight gain and dyslipidemia. clinicians should consider the potential long-term risks when prescribing to adolescents, and in many cases this may lead them to consider prescribing other drugs first in adolescents [see warnings and precautions (5.5)]. monotherapy — oral olanzapine tablets are indicated for the acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar i disorder and maintenance treatment of bipolar i disorder. efficacy was established in three clinical trials in adult patients wit

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preferred pharmaceuticals, inc. - paroxetine hydrochloride anhydrous (unii: 3i3t11ud2s) (paroxetine - unii:41vrh5220h) - paroxetine 10 mg - paroxetine tablets 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 maintaining a

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apotex corp. - olanzapine (unii: n7u69t4szr) (olanzapine - unii:n7u69t4szr) - olanzapine 5 mg - olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. efficacy was established in three clinical trials in adult patients with schizophrenia: two 6-week trials and one maintenance trial. in adolescent patients with schizophrenia (ages 13 to 17), efficacy was established in one 6-week trial [see clinical studies (14.1)] . when deciding among the alternative treatments available for adolescents, clinicians should consider the increased potential (in adolescents as compared with adults) for weight gain and dyslipidemia. clinicians should consider the potential long-term risks when prescribing to adolescents, and in many cases this may lead them to consider prescribing other drugs first in adolescents [see warnings and precautions (5.5)] . monotherapy — olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for the acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar i disorder and maintenance treatment of bipolar i disorder. efficacy was established in three clinical trials in adult patients with manic or mixed episodes of bipolar i disorder: two 3- to 4-week trials and one monotherapy maintenance trial. in adolescent patients with manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar i disorder (ages 13 to 17), efficacy was established in one 3-week trial [see clinical studies (14.2)] . when deciding among the alternative treatments available for adolescents, clinicians should consider the increased potential (in adolescents as compared with adults) for weight gain and dyslipidemia. clinicians should consider the potential long-term risks when prescribing to adolescents, and in many cases this may lead them to consider prescribing other drugs first in adolescents [see warnings and precautions (5.5)] . adjunctive therapy to lithium or valproate — olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for the treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar i disorder as an adjunct to lithium or valproate. efficacy was established in two 6-week clinical trials in adults. the effectiveness of adjunctive therapy for longer-term use has not been systematically evaluated in controlled trials [see clinical studies (14.2)] . pediatric schizophrenia and bipolar i disorder are serious mental disorders; however, diagnosis can be challenging. for pediatric schizophrenia, symptom profiles can be variable, and for bipolar i disorder, pediatric patients may have variable patterns of periodicity of manic or mixed symptoms. it is recommended that medication therapy for pediatric schizophrenia and bipolar i disorder be initiated only after a thorough diagnostic evaluation has been performed and careful consideration given to the risks associated with medication treatment. medication treatment for both pediatric schizophrenia and bipolar i disorder should be part of a total treatment program that often includes psychological, educational and social interventions. olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets and fluoxetine in combination is indicated for the treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar i disorder, based on clinical studies. when using olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets and fluoxetine in combination, refer to the clinical studies section of the package insert for symbyax. olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets monotherapy is not indicated for the treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar i disorder. oral olanzapine disintegrating tablets and fluoxetine in combination is indicated for the treatment of treatment resistant depression (major depressive disorder in patients who do not respond to 2 separate trials of different antidepressants of adequate dose and duration in the current episode), based on clinical studies in adult patients. when using olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets and fluoxetine in combination, refer to the clinical studies section of the package insert for symbyax. olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets monotherapy is not indicated for the treatment of treatment resistant depression. - none with olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets monotherapy. - when using olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets and fluoxetine in combination, also refer to the contraindications section of the package insert for symbyax. - for specific information about the contraindications of lithium or valproate, refer to the contraindications section of the package inserts for these other products. when using olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets and fluoxetine in combination, also refer to the use in specific populations section of the package insert for symbyax. pregnancy exposure registry there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to atypical antipsychotics, including olanzapine, 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 olanzapine, during the third trimester 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 olanzapine 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 or bipolar i disorder and with exposure to antipsychotics, including olanzapine, during pregnancy (see clinical considerations) . olanzapine was not teratogenic when administered orally to pregnant rats and rabbits at doses that are 9- and 30-times the daily oral maximum recommended human dose (mrhd), based on mg/m2 body surface area; some fetal toxicities were observed at these doses (see data). the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated populations is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defects, 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 embryo/fetal risk there is a risk to the mother from untreated schizophrenia or bipolar i disorder, including increased risk of relapse, hospitalization, and suicide. schizophrenia and bipolar i disorder are 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 olanzapine, 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 placental passage has been reported in published study reports; however, the placental passage ratio was highly variable ranging between 7% to 167% at birth following exposure during pregnancy. the clinical relevance of this finding is unknown. published data from observational studies, birth registries, and case reports that have evaluated the use of atypical antipsychotics during pregnancy do not establish an increased risk of major birth defects. a retrospective cohort 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 oral reproduction studies in rats at doses up to 18 mg/kg/day and in rabbits at doses up to 30 mg/kg/day (9 and 30 times the daily oral mrhd based on mg/m2 body surface area, respectively), no evidence of teratogenicity was observed. in an oral rat teratology study, early resorptions and increased numbers of nonviable fetuses were observed at a dose of 18 mg/kg/day (9 times the daily oral mrhd based on mg/m2 body surface area), and gestation was prolonged at 10 mg/kg/day (5 times the daily oral mrhd based on mg/m2 body surface area). in an oral rabbit teratology study, fetal toxicity manifested as increased resorptions and decreased fetal weight, occurred at a maternally toxic dose of 30 mg/kg/day (30 times the daily oral mrhd based on mg/m2 body surface area). risk summary olanzapine is present in human milk. there are reports of excess sedation, irritability, poor feeding and extrapyramidal symptoms (tremors and abnormal muscle movements) in infants exposed to olanzapine through breast milk (see clinical considerations). there is no information on the effects of olanzapine on milk production. the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for olanzapine and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from olanzapine or from the mother’s underlying condition. clinical considerations infants exposed to olanzapine should be monitored for excess sedation, irritability, poor feeding, and extrapyramidal symptoms (tremors and abnormal muscle movements). infertility females based on the pharmacologic action of olanzapine (d2 receptor antagonism), treatment with olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets may result in an increase in serum prolactin levels, which may lead to a reversible reduction in fertility in females of reproductive potential [see warnings and precautions (5.15)] . the safety and effectiveness of oral olanzapine in the treatment of schizophrenia and manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar i disorder were established in short-term studies in adolescents (ages 13 to 17 years). use of olanzapine in adolescents is supported by evidence from adequate and well-controlled studies of olanzapine in which 268 adolescents received olanzapine in a range of 2.5 to 20 mg/day [see clinical studies (14.1, 14.2)] . recommended starting dose for adolescents is lower than that for adults [see dosage and administration (2.1, 2.2)] . compared to patients from adult clinical trials, adolescents were likely to gain more weight, experience increased sedation, and have greater increases in total cholesterol, triglycerides, ldl cholesterol, prolactin and hepatic aminotransferase levels [see warnings and precautions (5.5, 5.15, 5.17) and adverse reactions (6.1)]. when deciding among the alternative treatments available for adolescents, clinicians should consider the increased potential (in adolescents as compared with adults) for weight gain and dyslipidemia. clinicians should consider the potential long-term risks when prescribing to adolescents, and in many cases this may lead them to consider prescribing other drugs first in adolescents [see indications and usage (1.1, 1.2)] . safety and effectiveness of olanzapine in children <13 years of age have not been established [see patient counseling information (17)] . safety and efficacy of olanzapine and fluoxetine in combination in children and adolescents (10 to 17 years of age) have been established for the acute treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar i disorder. safety and effectiveness of olanzapine and fluoxetine in combination in children <10 years of age have not been established. of the 2,500 patients in premarketing clinical studies with oral olanzapine, 11% (263) were 65 years of age or over. in patients with schizophrenia, there was no indication of any different tolerability of olanzapine in the elderly compared to younger patients. studies in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis have suggested that there may be a different tolerability profile in this population compared to younger patients with schizophrenia. elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with olanzapine are at an increased risk of death compared to placebo. in placebo-controlled studies of olanzapine in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis, there was a higher incidence of cerebrovascular adverse events (e.g., stroke, transient ischemic attack) in patients treated with olanzapine compared to patients treated with placebo. in 5 placebo-controlled studies of olanzapine in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis (n=1184), the following adverse reactions were reported in olanzapine-treated patients at an incidence of at least 2% and significantly greater than placebo-treated patients: falls, somnolence, peripheral edema, abnormal gait, urinary incontinence, lethargy, increased weight, asthenia, pyrexia, pneumonia, dry mouth and visual hallucinations. the rate of discontinuation due to adverse reactions was greater with olanzapine than placebo (13% vs 7%). elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with olanzapine are at an increased risk of death compared to placebo. olanzapine is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis [see boxed warning, warnings and precautions (5.1), and patient counseling information (17)] . olanzapine is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis. also, the presence of factors that might decrease pharmacokinetic clearance or increase the pharmacodynamic response to olanzapine should lead to consideration of a lower starting dose for any geriatric patient [see boxed warning, dosage and administration (2.1), and warnings and precautions (5.1)] . clinical studies of olanzapine and fluoxetine in combination did not include sufficient numbers of patients ≥65 years of age to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients. in studies prospectively designed to assess abuse and dependence potential, olanzapine was shown to have acute depressive cns effects but little or no potential of abuse or physical dependence in rats administered oral doses up to 15 times the daily oral mrhd (20 mg) and rhesus monkeys administered oral doses up to 8 times the daily oral mrhd based on mg/m2  body surface area. olanzapine has not been systematically studied in humans for its potential for abuse, tolerance, or physical dependence. 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. consequently, patients should be evaluated carefully for a history of drug abuse, and such patients should be observed closely for signs of misuse or abuse of olanzapine (e.g., development of tolerance, increases in dose, drug-seeking behavior).

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preferred pharmaceuticals inc. - mirtazapine (unii: a051q2099q) (mirtazapine - unii:a051q2099q) - mirtazapine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.   the efficacy of mirtazapine tablets in the treatment of major depressive disorder was established in 6-week controlled trials of outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders – 3rd edition (dsm-iii) 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 effectiveness of mirtazapine tablets in

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preferred pharmaceuticals inc. - mirtazapine (unii: a051q2099q) (mirtazapine - unii:a051q2099q) - mirtazapine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.   the efficacy of mirtazapine tablets in the treatment of major depressive disorder was established in 6-week controlled trials of outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders – 3rd edition (dsm-iii) 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 effectiveness of mirtazapine tablets in

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apotex corp. - lenalidomide (unii: f0p408n6v4) (lenalidomide - unii:f0p408n6v4) - lenalidomide capsules in combination with dexamethasone is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with multiple myeloma (mm). lenalidomide capsules are indicated as maintenance therapy in adult patients with mm following autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (auto-hsct). lenalidomide capsules are indicated for the treatment of adult patients with transfusion-dependent anemia due to low- or intermediate-1-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (mds) associated with a deletion 5q cytogenetic abnormality with or without additional cytogenetic abnormalities. lenalidomide capsules are indicated for the treatment of adult patients with mantle cell lymphoma (mcl) whose disease has relapsed or progressed after two prior therapies, one of which included bortezomib. lenalidomide capsules in combination with a rituximab product, is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with previously treated follicular lymphoma (fl). lenalidomide capsules in combination with a rituximab product, is indicated for the