DOXEPIN 25MG CAP

Overview

DOXEPIN 25MG CAP is a Schedule H drug.

DOXEPIN 25MG CAP is composed of: DOXEPIN (25 MG)

This medication guide provides information about the use of doxepin to treat depression or anxiety. Doxepin is a tricyclic antidepressant that affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced. Doxepin is used to treat symptoms of depression and anxiety associated with alcoholism, psychiatric condition or manic-depressive conditions.

Usage

DOXEPIN is generally used to treat: Depression, Anxiety, Alcoholism, Psychosis
DOXEPIN can address symptoms like: Difficulty Sleeping

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for DOXEPIN 25MG CAP and its Constituents


Do not drink alcohol. Doxepin can increase the effects of alcohol, which could be dangerous. Doxepin may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. avoid excess dosage.Empty the measured dose from the medicine dropper into a small glass (4 ounces) of water, milk, orange juice, grapefruit juice, tomato juice, prune juice, or pineapple juice.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DOXEPIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Drowsiness, Hallucinations, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

DOXEPIN : Urinary Retention, Eosinophilia, Dry Mouth, Eyes Blurred Vision, Constipation, Drowsiness, Confusion, Hallucinations, Loss Of Coordination, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Ringing In Ears, Weight Gain, Chills, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Hair Loss, Head Headache, Fever

Disease Interactions

DOXEPIN can interfere with: Depression, Glaucoma, Urinary Retention, Hyperthyroidism, Myocardial Infarction, Hypotension, Pheochromocytoma, Alcoholism, Acute Renal Failure, Bipolar Disorder, Diabetes Mellitus, Schizophrenia, Tardive Dyskinesia, Hypoglycemia, Neutropenia

Technical Classification

DOXEPIN is categorized as:
  • MISCELLANEOUS ANXIOLYTICS, SEDATIVES AND HYPNOTICS / ANXIOLYTICS, SEDATIVES, AND HYPNOTICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
  • TRICYCLIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS / ANTIDEPRESSANTS / PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DOXEPIN 25MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DOXEPIN 25MG CAPINR 56.83 for 10 CAPSULESDOXEPIN 25 MG
SPECTRA 25MG CAPINR 46.2 for 10 CAPSULESDOXEPIN 25 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DOXEPINDOXEPIN