Doxepin

Doxepin - a Tricyclic Antidepressant

Doxepin (Spectra) is a type of tricyclic antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of severe anxiety and depression. It allows the chemicals in the brain to be balanced so that mood and behavior are leveled instead of highs and lows. Since the body chemistry for every person can vary, the dose will have to be determined on an individual basis.

Doxepin Dosage

It may be necessary to take Doexpin up to three times a day. However, most people only take it once or twice per day. It can be taken with food or on an empty stomach. It is a good idea to take it at the same time every day to increase results.

It is very important to only take your recommended dose. It can take several weeks for the benefits of it to be fully recognized by an individual. Never take more of than your doctor prescribes or skip doses. Even when a person feels better they should continue to take it. Doxepin won’t cure depression or anxiety but it will help a person to be able to control it.

Doxepin Precautions and Side Effects

Not everyone is a good candidate for the use of Doxepin. It doesn’t mix well with various types of mediations or even over the counter supplements. By fully disclosing to the doctor what you use they can evaluate if it is a good choice of medication or not. There are some side effects that should go away after a few weeks of use.

They include fatigue, nausea, dry mouth, changes in appetite, frequent urination, constipation, and excessive sweating. Some individuals also notice lower libido. There are some severe side effects that you want to make sure you immediately seek medical attention for. They include blurred vision, changes in speech, loss of balance, shaking, and changes in heart rate.