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Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Sinequan (doxepin) is used to treat symptoms of depression and/or anxiety associated with alcoholism, psychiatric conditions, or manic-depressive conditions. It is a tricyclic antidepressant. The brand name Sinequan is discontinued in the U.S. Generic forms are available. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, or trouble urinating. Suicidal thinking and behavior may occur in children, adolescents, and young adults. Tell your doctor immediately if you have suicidal thoughts.
For most patients with illness of mild to moderate severity, a starting daily dose of 75 mg doxepin is recommended. The usual optimum dose range is 75 mg/day to 150 mg/day. Doxepin may interact with SSRI antidepressants, cimetidine, or heart rhythm medications. Tell your doctor all medications you use. During pregnancy, doxepin should be used only when prescribed. Since untreated depression can be a serious condition, do not stop using this medication unless directed by your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended.
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The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Sinequan Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
SINEQUAN (doxepin) is recommended for the treatment of:
- Psychoneurotic patients with depression and/or anxiety.
- Depression and/or anxiety associated with alcoholism (not to be taken concomitantly with alcohol).
- Depression and/or anxiety associated with organic disease (the possibility of drug interaction should be considered if the patient is receiving other drugs concomitantly).
- Psychotic depressive disorders with associated anxiety including involutional
depression and manic-depressive...
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What is Sinequan Prescribing Information?
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Sinequan Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- fas...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Sinequan Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression and anxiety. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking doxepin and each time you get a refill. If you have any quest...
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