Quetiapine (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: quetiapine
Pack: Quetiapine (Apo) 150 mg tablet, 60, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-QUETIAPINE quetiapine (as fumarate) 150mg film-coated tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Bipolar disorder,Adults,? Maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder, as monotherapy or in combination with lithium or sodium valproate, for the prevention of recurrence of manic, depressive or mixed episodes,? Treatment of depressive episodes associated with bipolar disorder (see Dosage and Administration),? Treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder as monotherapy or in combination with lithium or sodium valproate,Children/adolescents aged 10 to 17 years,? Monotherapy treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder,Schizophrenia (adults and adolescents aged 13 to 17 years),? Treatment of schizophrenia
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Pale yellow, round biconvex, film coated tablet. Engraved "APO" on one side, "QUE" over "150" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 60 pack
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 quetiapine
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
