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Escitalopram (B&B) TM
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Active ingredients: escitalopram
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Escitalopram B&B escitalopram (as oxalate) 20mg tablet blister packWhat 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 to off-white, capsule shaped, film-coated, biconvex tablets, engraved with 20 on one face and break line on the other face.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- 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 tablets pack
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
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