Paroxetine (Blooms The Chemist) TM
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Active ingredients: paroxetine
Pack: Paroxetine (Blooms The Chemist) 20 mg tablet, 30, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BLOOMS THE CHEMIST PAROXETINE paroxetine (as hydrochloride) 20mg 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)
Paroxetine is indicated for the treatment of : - Major Depression and for the prevention of relapse of depressive symptoms - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and prevention of relapse of OCD - Panic Disorder and for the prevention of relapse of Panic Disorder - Social Anxiety Disorder/Social Phobia - General Anxiety Disorder - Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- White, round bi-sected film-coated tablet with a one-sided breaking notch ("Snap-tab") and embossment 'PX 20' on opposite side, intact surface.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 Tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient paroxetine
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
