Uses / Indications:
Doxin 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:
Doxin 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 Doxin 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 Doxin, 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 Doxin, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Doxin 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. Doxin 25mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Doxin 25mg Capsule increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Faq for medicine:
Is Doxin a tricyclic antidepressant : Doxin is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is not a SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) or a MAOi (monoamine oxidase inhibitor)|Is Doxin a habit-forming/addictive or narcotic drug? : No. Doxin 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 Doxin a sedative or sleeping pill? : No. Doxin is not a sedative or sleeping pill. However it might cause sleepiness as a side-effect|Is Doxin safe? : Yes. Doxin 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 Doxin cause weight gain : Doxin may cause weight gain, sleepiness or hair loss. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor|Does Doxin help with pain or anxiety? : Doxin may be effective in the treatment of chronic neuropathic pain and anxiety.
Medicine interaction:
Doxin with Moxonidine|Doxin with Linezolid|Doxin with Moclobemide|Doxin with Etizolam|Doxin with Fluoxetine|Doxin with Nalbuphine|Doxin with Citalopram|Doxin with Cinacalcet|Doxin with Tramadol|Doxin with Escitalopram|Doxin with Paroxetine|Doxin with Midazolam|Doxin with Nitrazepam|Doxin with Lorazepam|Doxin with Pentazocine|Doxin with Terbinafine|Doxin with Ethylmorphine|Doxin with Fluvoxamine|Doxin with Dapoxetine|Doxin with Diazepam|Doxin with Butorphanol|Doxin with Sertraline|Doxin with Indinavir|Doxin with Clonidine|Doxin with Primidone|Doxin with Rasagiline|Doxin with Alprazolam|Doxin with Chlordiazepoxide|Doxin with Clobazam|Doxin with Venlafaxine|Doxin with Clonazepam|Doxin with Phenobarbitone|Doxin with Lithium|Doxin with Codeine|Doxin with Ritonavir
