Uses / Indications:
Doxepin 25mg Capsule is used in the treatment of depression and insomnia. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.
Interactions / Warnings:
NA
Pregnancy interaction:
Doxepin 25mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Doxepin to start working. You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back. If your doctor asks you to stop Doxepin, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Doxepin, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Doxepin is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
Side Effects:
Sleepiness, Blurred vision, Increased heart rate, Weight gain, Dryness in mouth, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Constipation, Difficulty in urination.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxepin 25mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Doxepin 25mg Capsule increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Faq for medicine:
Is Doxepin a tricyclic antidepressant : Doxepin is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is not a SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) or a MAOi (monoamine oxidase inhibitor)|Is Doxepin a habit-forming/addictive or narcotic drug? : No. Doxepin is not a habit-forming/addictive or narcotic drug. It might however cause certain withdrawal effects when the treatment is stopped abruptly. Hence, it is advisable to consult your doctor before stopping the treatment|Is Doxepin a sedative or sleeping pill? : No. Doxepin is not a sedative or sleeping pill. However it might cause sleepiness as a side-effect|Is Doxepin safe? : Yes. Doxepin is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor|Can I take doxepin with hydroxyzine : Doxepin should not be taken with Zoloft (sertraline), Prozac (Fluoxetine), Wellbutrin (bupropion), Lunesta (eszopiclone), NyQuil (cold and flu medication), Percocet (oxycodone, acetaminophen), Prozac (fluoxetine), Atarax (hydroxyzine) and Ambien (zolpidem)|Does Doxepin cause weight gain : Doxepin may cause weight gain, sleepiness or hair loss. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor|Does Doxepin help with pain or anxiety? : Doxepin may be effective in the treatment of chronic neuropathic pain and anxiety.
Medicine interaction:
Doxepin with Moxonidine|Doxepin with Linezolid|Doxepin with Moclobemide|Doxepin with Sertraline|Doxepin with Nalbuphine|Doxepin with Citalopram|Doxepin with Cinacalcet|Doxepin with Tramadol|Doxepin with Escitalopram|Doxepin with Nitrazepam|Doxepin with Paroxetine|Doxepin with Midazolam|Doxepin with Etizolam|Doxepin with Lorazepam|Doxepin with Pentazocine|Doxepin with Terbinafine|Doxepin with Ethylmorphine|Doxepin with Fluvoxamine|Doxepin with Diazepam|Doxepin with Clobazam|Doxepin with Butorphanol|Doxepin with Fluoxetine|Doxepin with Indinavir|Doxepin with Clonidine|Doxepin with Chlordiazepoxide|Doxepin with Rasagiline|Doxepin with Alprazolam|Doxepin with Clonazepam|Doxepin with Dapoxetine|Doxepin with Venlafaxine|Doxepin with Phenobarbitone|Doxepin with Lithium|Doxepin with Codeine|Doxepin with Primidone|Doxepin with Ritonavir
