Dox 10mg Tablet
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Rs.14.50for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
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Dox 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dox 10mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Dox 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dox 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
The baby should be monitored carefully for excessive sleepiness, and adequate weight gain.
The baby should be monitored carefully for excessive sleepiness, and adequate weight gain.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Dox 10mg Tablet
Doxepin(10mg)
Dox tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of insomnia, depression and anxiety disorder. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.
How dox tablet works
Dox 10mg Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Common side effects of dox tablet
Increased heart rate, Blurred vision, Constipation, Difficulty in urination, Dryness in mouth, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Weight gain
SUBSTITUTES FOR Dox Tablet
2 Substitutes
2 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Dox Tablet
- Doxepin helps in the treatment of insomnia, depression and anxiety.
- Inform your doctor if you notice behavioral changes, mood changes and suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you notice a loss of consciousness, agitation, reduced breathing rate, convulsions, muscle rigidity, and mouth dryness.
- You may be asked for regular blood tests to monitor the blood cell count or level of sodium and sugar in the blood.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how the medicine affects you.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Dox 10mg Tablet
Doxepin
Q. Can I stop taking Dox 10mg Tablet abruptly?
No, you should always check with your doctor before you stop taking Dox 10mg Tablet. Stopping the medicine abruptly may cause withdrawal effects. So, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually before taking you off the medicine completely. This helps to prevent a recurrence of the symptoms of depression and also reduces the chances of withdrawal symptoms.
Q. Does Dox 10mg Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?
Yes, stopping the use of Dox 10mg Tablet abruptly results in withdrawal symptoms which include insomnia (trouble falling asleep), irritability and excessive sweating. You should consult your doctor if you need to stop Dox 10mg Tablet. You doctor may gradually reduce the dose of Dox 10mg Tablet before taking you off Dox 10mg Tablet completely.
Q. When must Dox 10mg Tablet not be taken?
You should not take Dox 10mg Tablet if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antidepressant medicines (such as Dox 10mg Tablet), or any of the inactive ingredients of Dox 10mg Tablet. Avoid taking Dox 10mg Tablet if you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure), liver problems, any difficulty in passing urine, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take Dox 10mg Tablet if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) in the last two weeks or, if you suffer from mania (where you experience an abnormally elevated and excitable mood). It should not be given to children under 12 years of age.