Thiepin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression.
The right dosage of Thiepin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Thiepin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Thiepin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Thiepin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Thiepin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bipolar Disorder, Heart Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Thiepin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Thiepin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Thiepin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Thiepin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Thiepin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Thiepin safe for pregnant women?
Thiepin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Thiepin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Thiepin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Thiepin on the Kidneys?
Thiepin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Thiepin on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Thiepin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Thiepin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Thiepin on the Heart?
Thiepin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Thiepin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Thiepin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Thiepin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Thiepin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Thiepin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Thiepin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Thiepin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Thiepin
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Thiepin together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Thiepin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Thiepin with alcohol.
Yes, Thiepin can be taken with paracetamol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Thiepin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Thiepin may cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still not known. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Thiepin might cause heart problems. Clinical studies suggest that long-term use of Thiepin might increase the risk of developing ischemic heart disease.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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References
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Dosulepin Mylan (dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride)
