Dothidix
Dothidix Products are primarily used for
Anxiety disorder, Depression
About Dothidix Products
Uses of Dothidix Products
Dosulepin is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder and depression. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative other treatment options for depression.
Dothidix Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Dothidix are Dryness in mouth, Difficulty in urination, Constipation, Dizziness, Sedation, Loss of accommodation.
How Dothidix Products work
Dosulepin is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Patient Concerns about Dothidix Products
Frequently asked questions about Dothidix Products
Frequently asked questions about Dosulepin
Q. What is Dothidix 25 Tablet used for?
Dothidix 25 Tablet is a medicine used to treat anxiety disorder and depression that is unresponsive to other alternative medicines. It is also used to relieve nerve pain and fibromyalgia. Dothidix 25 Tablet should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor, exactly as directed.
Q. Is Dothidix 25 Tablet a muscle relaxant?
No. Dothidix 25 Tablet is not a muscle relaxant. It is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) used in the treatment of depression, nerve pain, and anxiety disorder.
Q. What is the difference between Dothidix 25 Tablet and amitriptyline?
Dothidix 25 Tablet is chemically related to Amitriptyline and both are tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) medicine. There is overlap in pharmacological property of this medicine.
Q. Is Dothidix 25 Tablet the same as doxepin?
Dothidix 25 Tablet and doxepin are different medicines but belong to the similar chemical class. Doxepin, at low doses, can improve sleep in patients with insomnia. It is also available in the topical form for use in various neuro-dermatitis syndrome, especially itching.
Q. How to stop Dothidix 25 Tablet?
If your doctor asks you to stop Dothidix 25 Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Sudden discontinuation may cause aggression, anxiety, blurred vision, concentration impairment, constipation and crying spell.
Q. Is Dothidix 25 Tablet fatal?
Yes. Dothidix 25 Tablet can be fatal (can cause death) in overdose. This is due to a life-threatening or dangerous side effect in overdose like hyperthermia, seizure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension or sudden death. That's why it is generally not considered a first-line option for depression because of side effect profile.
Q. Can I take Dothidix 25 Tablet with diazepam?
It is better to avoid this combination. Diazepam is a sedative drug and Dothidix 25 Tablet may cause sedation as a side effect too. Taking both of them together can increase the drowsiness or sleepiness. Inform your doctor if you are taking diazepam.
Q. Can Dothidix 25 Tablet be used in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia?
No. Dothidix 25 Tablet is not approved for the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal or 5th cranial nerve, one of the most widely distributed nerves in the head.
Q. Can Dothidix 25 Tablet be used in the treatment of burning mouth syndrome?
No. Dothidix 25 Tablet is not approved for the treatment of burning mouth syndrome. Burning mouth syndrome is a painful condition of mouth that is burning, scalding, tingling or feeling of numbness that may occur every day for months or longer.
Q. Can I take Dothidix 25 Tablet for depression?
Yes. Dothidix 25 Tablet is indicated for the treatment of depression. It has a potential advantage in the patient with depression if associated with insomnia and anxiety. It is generally not considered a first-line option for depression because of side effect profile but very useful for severe or treatment-resistant depression.
Q. Can Dothidix 25 Tablet used to treat IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)?
No. Dothidix 25 Tablet is not approved for the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterised by chronic or recurrent abdominal pain or discomfort associated with altered bowel habits.
Q. Can Dothidix 25 Tablet be used to treat insomnia with depression?
Yes. Dothidix 25 Tablet may be used for the treatment of insomnia (too much arousal both at night and during the day) associated with depression. Because it can cause drowsiness or sedation as side effects, it is effective in treating insomnia associated with depression.
Q. Can I use Dothidix 25 Tablet for fibromyalgia?
Yes. Dothidix 25 Tablet is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a pain syndrome with tenderness but no structural pathology in muscles, ligamanets or joints.
Q. Can I use Dothidix 25 Tablet for nerve pain?
Yes. Dothidix 25 Tablet is indicated for the treatment of nerve pain/neuropathic pain. Chronic pain/Neuropathic pain is described as pain that arises from damage to, or dysfunction of, any part of peripheral or central nervous system. It is associated with the disease which can affect nerves like diabetes mellitus or herpes infections.
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