Doxicar 25mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Doxicar 25mg Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is used in the treatment of insomnia (difficulty in sleeping). It is also used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative (other) treatment options for depression and anxiety disorders.
Doxicar 25mg Tablet is used to treat various features of depression
Doxicar 25mg Tablet is used to treat various features of depression
Uses of Doxicar Tablet
Benefits of Doxicar Tablet
In Treatment of Insomnia
Doxicar 25mg Tablet helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep. Doxicar 25mg Tablet works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep. This helps you relax and feel more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.
In Treatment of Depression
Doxicar 25mg Tablet is thought to work by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better and increase your energy level. It is used to treat depression that is unresponsive to other medicines. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly.
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Doxicar 25mg Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety Disorder. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.
Side effects of Doxicar Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Doxicar
- Increased heart rate
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Difficulty in urination
- Dryness in mouth
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Weight gain
How to use Doxicar Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxicar 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Doxicar 25mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Doxicar 25mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Doxicar 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
The baby should be monitored carefully for excessive sleepiness, and adequate weight gain.
The baby should be monitored carefully for excessive sleepiness, and adequate weight gain.
Driving
UNSAFE
Doxicar 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Doxicar 25mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Doxicar 25mg Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Doxicar 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Doxicar 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Doxicar 25mg Tablet helps in the treatment of insomnia, depression and anxiety.
- Inform your doctor if you notice behavioral changes, mood changes and suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you notice a loss of consciousness, agitation, reduced breathing rate, convulsions, muscle rigidity, and mouth dryness.
- You may be asked for regular blood tests to monitor the blood cell count or level of sodium and sugar in the blood.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how the medicine affects you.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dibenzoxepin Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Tricyclic antidepressants
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Can I stop taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet abruptly?
No, you should always check with your doctor before you stop taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet. Stopping the medicine abruptly may cause withdrawal effects. So, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually before taking you off the medicine completely. This helps to prevent a recurrence of the symptoms of depression and also reduces the chances of withdrawal symptoms.
Q. Does Doxicar 25mg Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?
Yes, stopping the use of Doxicar 25mg Tablet abruptly results in withdrawal symptoms which include insomnia (trouble falling asleep), irritability and excessive sweating. You should consult your doctor if you need to stop Doxicar 25mg Tablet. You doctor may gradually reduce the dose of Doxicar 25mg Tablet before taking you off Doxicar 25mg Tablet completely.
Q. When must Doxicar 25mg Tablet not be taken?
You should not take Doxicar 25mg Tablet if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antidepressant medicines (such as Doxicar 25mg Tablet), or any of the inactive ingredients of Doxicar 25mg Tablet. Avoid taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet if you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure), liver problems, any difficulty in passing urine, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take Doxicar 25mg Tablet if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) in the last two weeks or, if you suffer from mania (where you experience an abnormally elevated and excitable mood). It should not be given to children under 12 years of age.
Q. Can I drive while on Doxicar 25mg Tablet treatment?
Taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet may cause sleepiness, so you should avoid driving or working with machinery until the effect has worn off. Driving while taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet may increase the risk of sleep-driving. This refers to driving while not fully awake after taking a sleeping medicine that can lead to decreased awareness of the surroundings and cause accidents.
Q. What are the overdose symptoms of Doxicar 25mg Tablet?
Overdose of Doxicar 25mg Tablet can be mild or severe. Signs and symptoms of mild overdose include drowsiness, blurred vision and excessive dryness of the mouth. Severe overdose may cause loss of consciousness, difficulty breathing, convulsions, low blood pressure, unusually fast heartbeat or palpitations. If you take too much of Doxicar 25mg Tablet, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical help.
Q. How long does it take for Doxicar 25mg Tablet to kick in?
It may take several weeks or longer for you to experience significant benefits of Doxicar 25mg Tablet. Do not stop taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
Q. Can Doxicar 25mg Tablet treat insomnia?
Yes. Doxicar 25mg Tablet is also used for the treatment of insomnia (difficulty sleeping). It is especially helpful for people who have trouble staying asleep.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while on treatment with Doxicar 25mg Tablet?
No, you should not drink alcohol while taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet as alcohol can increase the sleepiness or dizziness that occur as side effects of Doxicar 25mg Tablet.
Q. Is Doxicar 25mg Tablet addictive?
Generally Doxicar 25mg Tablet does not cause dependence and is therefore not addictive. But, you should not stop taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet abruptly as it may cause temporary withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia (trouble falling asleep), irritability and excessive sweating.
Q. Can Doxicar 25mg Tablet cause suicidal thoughts?
Yes, Doxicar 25mg Tablet can cause suicidal thoughts. This is more common in people who have previously had thoughts about killing or harming themselves, are younger than 25 years of age with a history of psychiatric conditions and who have earlier been treated with an antidepressant. If you experience suicidal thoughts, contact your doctor or go to a hospital straight away. You may also find it helpful to talk to a relative or close friend.
Q. Does Doxicar 25mg Tablet cause weight gain or loss of appetite?
Doxicar 25mg Tablet may cause weight gain as well as loss of appetite, but it is not very common. Call your doctor if any of these bother you.
Q. What is the best time to take Doxicar 25mg Tablet?
Doxicar 25mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your dose will depend on the illness you are being treated for. If you are taking Doxicar 25mg Tablet for insomnia, you should take it 30 minutes just before bedtime and you should not do anything that needs mental focus. If you are taking it for depression or anxiety, take it exactly as directed by your doctor. Remember to take this medicine at the same time each day to avoid missing doses.
Q. What are the side effects of Doxicar 25mg Tablet?
The side effects of Doxicar 25mg Tablet include increased heart rate, weight gain, dryness in mouth, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), constipation and difficulty in urination. It may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, cause chills and excessive sweating. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects worry you or do not go away.
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