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TRAZODONE HCL TB 50MG 500

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50111-0433-02 TEVA PHARMACEUTICALS USA 500 50MG TABLET
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11 DESCRIPTION Trazodone Hydrochloride Tablets, USP for oral administration contain trazodone hydrochloride, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and 5HT2 receptor antagonist. Trazodone hydrochloride, USP is a triazolopyridine derivative designated as 2-[3-[4-(3-chlorophenyl)-1-piperazinyl]propyl]-1,2,4-triazolo[4, 3-a]pyridin-3(2 H )-one hydrochloride. It is a white, odorless crystalline powder which is freely soluble in water. The structural formula is represented as follows: C 19 H 22 CIN 5 O • HCl M.W. 408.33 Each tablet, for oral administration, contains 50 mg, 100 mg or 150 mg of trazodone hydrochloride, USP. In addition, each tablet contains colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and sodium starch glycolate. structural formula
How Supplied
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Trazodone Hydrochloride Tablets USP are available as follows: 50 mg: White, round, compressed tablet, debossed “PLIVA 433” on one side and scored on the other side. Available in bottles of 100 tablets (50111-433-01), 500 tablets (NDC 50111-433-02) and 1000 tablets (50111-433-03). 100 mg: White, round, compressed tablet, debossed “PLIVA 434” on one side and scored on the other side. Available in bottles of 100 tablets (50111-434-01), 500 tablets (NDC 50111-434-02) and 1000 tablets (NDC 50111-434-03). 150 mg: White, trapezoid, flat-faced, beveled edge tablet, scored and debossed as “PLIVA” bisect “441” on one side and tri-scored and debossed as “50” in each section on the other side. Available in bottles of 100 tablets (NDC 50111-441-01) and 500 tablets (50111-441-02). Directions for using the correct score when breaking the tablet please refer to the following: - For 50 mg, break the score on either the left or right side of the tablet (one-third of a tablet). - For 75 mg, break the score down the middle of the tablet (one-half of a tablet). - For 100 mg, break the score on either the left or right side of the tablet (two-thirds of a tablet). - For 150 mg, use the entire tablet. Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Trazodone hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. Trazodone hydrochloride tablets are a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) ( 1 ).
Dosage and Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Starting dose: 150 mg in divided doses daily. May be increased by 50 mg per day every three to four days. Maximum dose: 400 mg per day in divided doses ( 2 ). Trazodone hydrochloride tablets should be taken shortly after a meal or light snack ( 2 ). Tablets should be swallowed whole or broken in half along the score line, and should not be chewed or crushed ( 2 ). When discontinued, gradual dose reduction is recommended ( 2 ). 2.1 Dose Selection An initial dose of 150 mg/day in divided doses is suggested. The dosage should be initiated at a low-dose and increased gradually, noting the clinical response and any evidence of intolerance. Occurrence of drowsiness may require the administration of a major portion of the daily dose at bedtime or a reduction of dosage. The dose may be increased by 50 mg/day every 3 to 4 days. The maximum dose for outpatients usually should not exceed 400 mg/day in divided doses. Inpatients (i.e., more severely depressed patients) may be given up to but not in excess of 600 mg/day in divided doses. Once an adequate response has been achieved, dosage may be gradually reduced, with subsequent adjustment depending on therapeutic response. 2.2 Important Administration Instructions Trazodone hydrochloride tablets can be swallowed whole or administered as a half tablet by breaking the tablet along the score line. Trazodone hydrochloride tablets should be taken shortly after a meal or light snack. 2.3 Screen for Bipolar Disorder Prior to Starting Trazodone Hydrochloride Tablets Prior to initiating treatment with trazodone hydrochloride tablets or another antidepressant, screen patients for a personal or family history of bipolar disorder, mania, or hypomania [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )]. 2.4 Switching to or from Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor Antidepressant At least 14 days must elapse between discontinuation of a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressant and initiation of trazodone hydrochloride tablets. In addition, at least 14 days must elapse after stopping trazodone hydrochloride tablets before starting an MAOI antidepressant [see Contraindications ( 4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. 2.5 Dosage Recommendations for Concomitant Use with Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors or Inducers Coadministration with Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors Consider reducing trazodone hydrochloride tablets dose based on tolerability when trazodone hydrochloride tablets are coadministered with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. Coadministration with Strong CYP3A4 Inducers Consider increasing trazodone hydrochloride tablets dose based on therapeutic response when trazodone hydrochloride tablets are coadministered with a strong CYP3A4 inducer [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. 2.6 Discontinuation of Treatment with Trazodone Hydrochloride Tablets Adverse reactions may occur upon discontinuation of trazodone hydrochloride tablets [See Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )]. Gradually reduce the dosage rather than stopping trazodone hydrochloride tablets abruptly whenever possible.