Escitalopram (Sandoz) TM
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Active ingredients: escitalopram
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESCITALOPRAM SANDOZ escitalopram (as oxalate) 20 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of major depression. ,Treatment of social anxiety disorder (social phobia). ,Treatment of generalised anxiety disorder. ,Treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- white, round, biconvex film-coated tablet with E20 debossed on one side and break line on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient escitalopram
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
