Woxepin Benefits & Uses

Woxepin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Insomnia

Other Benefits

Atopic Dermatitis

Woxepin Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group

Dosage

Woxepin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Woxepin is used -

Severe

Dry Mouth
Confusion

Moderate

Sleepiness
Blurred vision
Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Difficulty urinating
Edema
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Urine Retention

Mild

Skin Burning
Tingling Sensation
Itching or burning
Weight gain

Woxepin Related Warnings

Is the use of Woxepin safe for pregnant women?

Woxepin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Woxepin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Woxepin safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Woxepin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Woxepin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Woxepin on the Kidneys?

Woxepin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Woxepin on the Liver?

Side effects of Woxepin rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Woxepin on the Heart?

Side effects of Woxepin rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Woxepin with Other Drugs

Woxepin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Ondansetron

Linezolid

Selegiline

Moderate

Phenytoin

Woxepin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Woxepin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Schizophrenia
Thyroid problems
Heart Disease
Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Woxepin

Is this Woxepin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Woxepin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Woxepin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Woxepin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Woxepin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, Woxepin is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Woxepin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Woxepin

Taking Woxepin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Woxepin

Taking Woxepin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sinequan® (doxepin hydrochloride)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Silenor™ (doxepin)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zonalon® (doxepin hydrochloride)