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Dothiepin - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Dothiepin

Generic Name : Dothiepin
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Dothiepin are provided here.

Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Therapeutic Classification : Psychotherapeutics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Dothiepin

India :

International :


Dopress, Dothep, Espin, Harmomed, Idom, Prothiaden, Protiaden, Sandoz Dothiepin HCl, Thaden

Other Name(s) of Dothiepin

Dosulepin

Why is Dothiepin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antidepressant, prescribed for depression.

When should Dothiepin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, recent heart attack, neonates, heart block, abnormal heart rhythm, mania, alcohol, other CNS depressants, severe liver disease, prostate disease and in children.

What is the dosage of Dothiepin?

Adult: PO- Initial: 25 mg 3 times/day, up to 225 mg/day may be used in severe depression.

How should Dothiepin be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Dothiepin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of epilepsy, high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, urinary retention, gradual withdrawal, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Dothiepin?

Most Common - Dizziness, blurred vision, fast heart rate, urinary retention, tremor, blood disorders, low blood pressure, sexual dysfunction and sweating.
Miscellaneous - Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, giddiness, chills, sleeplessness and anxiety.

What are the other precautions for Dothiepin?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Dothiepin?

Store it at room temperature.

Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
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