Woxepin 10 Capsule 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.

Woxepin 10 Capsule is used to treat various features of depression

Uses of Woxepin Capsule

Benefits of Woxepin Capsule

In Treatment of Insomnia

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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. Woxepin 10 Capsule 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

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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.

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Side effects of Woxepin Capsule

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 Woxepin

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 Woxepin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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.

Driving

UNSAFE

Woxepin 10 Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Woxepin 10 Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Woxepin 10 Capsule is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Woxepin 10 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Woxepin 10 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Tricyclic antidepressants

Patient concerns

Alcoholic,chronic insomnia,depression,anxiety.

Dr. Anuneet Sabharwal

Psychiatry

You will need to be admitted in a psychiatry ward for detoxification and motivational enhancementDo not try to stop alcohol on your own as it is dangerous and not recommended

Insomnia and depression and anxiety

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

Mental Depression , Anxiety disorder

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

suffering from anxiety , depression , hallucination , insomnia plz suggest

Dr. Kirti Tandel

Psychiatry

The symptoms that you have described can be a part of various syndromes in psychiatry. Kindly elaborate on the same. However, if it's troubling your daily routine it is advisable to kindly visit a psychiatrist at the earliest. Get the necessary help immediately and don't ignore your mental health. Take care Ms. PATIENT

I caught anxiety disorder insomnia have any good treatment for my prblm

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir your problem can surely be treated with homeopathy but as your case is a chronic case it requires long case taking, examination and regular follow up, therefore, please visit a homeopath so that he can examine you and guide you accordingly. Till the time you can start taking Argentum nitricum 30, 04 drops in half cup water thrice daily. For Do?s and Don?ts while taking homeopathic medicines visit www.arorasclinic.com/homeopathy

Mixed anxiety depressive disorder

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

What are possible physical symptoms of anxiety disorder and depression.

Dr. Subrata Naskar

Psychiatry

Hi PATIENT me clear that for you. Depression is usually associated with a lot of physical symptoms like increased fatigue, decreased amount of sleep or interrupted sleep, loss of appetite usually cause more than 5% body weight loss, loss of libido. But its effect is mainly psychological whivh causes persist low mood, inability to enjoy pleasurable activities, low self esteem, bleak view of the future, guilty feeling etc. These symptoms have to be present persistently for 2 weeks to be called depression. On the other hand, anxiety has two main components, worry and fear. The common physical complaints are extreme sweating, butterfly like feeling in stomach, fidgetiness, increased frequency of urination. If associated with panic attacks, there is often palpitation, respiratory distress, dryness of throat, a sense of doom. Anxiety disorders are of various types and each have varied specific set of symptoms, but these are usually in common.

FAQs

Q. Can I stop taking Woxepin 10 Capsule abruptly?

No, you should always check with your doctor before you stop taking Woxepin 10 Capsule. 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule cause withdrawal symptoms?

Yes, stopping the use of Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule. You doctor may gradually reduce the dose of Woxepin 10 Capsule before taking you off Woxepin 10 Capsule completely.

Q. When must Woxepin 10 Capsule not be taken?

You should not take Woxepin 10 Capsule if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antidepressant medicines (such as Woxepin 10 Capsule), or any of the inactive ingredients of Woxepin 10 Capsule. Avoid taking Woxepin 10 Capsule if you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure), liver problems, any difficulty in passing urine, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule treatment?

Taking Woxepin 10 Capsule may cause sleepiness, so you should avoid driving or working with machinery until the effect has worn off. Driving while taking Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule?

Overdose of Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical help.

Q. How long does it take for Woxepin 10 Capsule to kick in?

It may take several weeks or longer for you to experience significant benefits of Woxepin 10 Capsule. Do not stop taking Woxepin 10 Capsule without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.

Q. Can Woxepin 10 Capsule treat insomnia?

Yes. Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule?

No, you should not drink alcohol while taking Woxepin 10 Capsule as alcohol can increase the sleepiness or dizziness that occur as side effects of Woxepin 10 Capsule.

Q. Is Woxepin 10 Capsule addictive?

Generally Woxepin 10 Capsule does not cause dependence and is therefore not addictive. But, you should not stop taking Woxepin 10 Capsule abruptly as it may cause temporary withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia (trouble falling asleep), irritability and excessive sweating.

Q. Can Woxepin 10 Capsule cause suicidal thoughts?

Yes, Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule cause weight gain or loss of appetite?

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule?

Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule 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 Woxepin 10 Capsule?

The side effects of Woxepin 10 Capsule 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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Woxepin 10 Capsule

Product introduction

Uses of Woxepin Capsule

Benefits of Woxepin Capsule

In Treatment of Insomnia

In Treatment of Depression

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Side effects of Woxepin Capsule

Common side effects of Woxepin

How to use Woxepin Capsule

Safety advice

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Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

Q. Can I stop taking Woxepin 10 Capsule abruptly?

Q. Does Woxepin 10 Capsule cause withdrawal symptoms?

Q. When must Woxepin 10 Capsule not be taken?

Q. Can I drive while on Woxepin 10 Capsule treatment?

Q. What are the overdose symptoms of Woxepin 10 Capsule?

Q. How long does it take for Woxepin 10 Capsule to kick in?

Q. Can Woxepin 10 Capsule treat insomnia?

Q. Can I drink alcohol while on treatment with Woxepin 10 Capsule?

Q. Is Woxepin 10 Capsule addictive?

Q. Can Woxepin 10 Capsule cause suicidal thoughts?

Q. Does Woxepin 10 Capsule cause weight gain or loss of appetite?

Q. What is the best time to take Woxepin 10 Capsule?

Q. What are the side effects of Woxepin 10 Capsule?

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