Paroxetine (Apotex) TM
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Active ingredients: paroxetine
Pack: Paroxetine (Apotex) 20 mg tablet, 30, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-PAROXETINE paroxetine 20mg (as hydrochloride) tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of major depression and prevention of relapse of depressive symptoms. Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and prevention of relapse of OCD. Treatment of Panic Disorder and prevention of relapse of Panic Disorder. Treatment of Social Anxiety Disorder/Social Phobia. Treatment of Generalised Anxiety Disorder. Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- WHITE, OVAL-SHAPED, BICONVEX, FILM-COATED TABLET WITH A PARTIAL BISECT AND ENGRAVED "20" ON ONE SIDE, OTHER SIDE PLAIN.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- 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
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
