Prothiaden (Dothiepin) - 25mg (15 Tablets)
Prothiaden Prices
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1-4 Items | $ 5.70 |
| 5-9 Items | $ 5.40 |
| 10-19 Items | $ 5.00 |
| 20-39 Items | $ 4.70 |
| 30+ Items | $ 4.20 |
- General Info
- How To Use
- Dosage
- Side effects
- Precautions
Brand Name : Prothiaden
Generic Name: Dothiepin |
Manufacturer : Abbott
About Prothiaden:
Prothiaden (Dothiepin) is a tricyclic antidepressant medicine, with the active ingredient known as dosulepin hydrochloride, used to treat depression and anxiety in patients. In most cases, patients under this medication experience drowsiness and as such, doctors recommend it for patients diagnosed with anxiety disorders with agitation and difficulties sleeping. Other related disorders, including chronic pain, nerve pain, and other similar conditions have been studied to be treatable using this medication. When used to treat depression, this medicine works in the brain cells by prolonging the effect of neurotransmitters and consequently reducing depression.
How to use Prothiaden
Prothiaden (Dothiepin) is available in tablets, with 25mg of the active ingredient, which is administered orally. Consume the prescribed number of tablets with water at the prescribed time. Avoid changing the structure of the tablets before consuming, or altering with the dosage instructed by the physician. Should you require any more clarifications, be sure to consult your doctor. This medicine shout is stopped gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
Prothiaden Dosage
The doctor will conduct a medical examination on you before determining the right dosage. After that, you will be given instructions pertaining your dosage that you should follow religiously. In most instances, the doctor will alter your medication after a while and is important that you do not take more tablets than the prescribed. Patients should note that this medicine will not have an immediate effect, but may take about 2 to 4 weeks of treatment before it begins to work entirely. As mentioned before, suddenly ceasing treatment may cause withdrawal symptoms, and as such, doctors recommend a gradual stop. Just follow the doctor`s lead.
Prothiaden Side Effects
Patients using this medicine are prone to side effects such as profuse sweating, impaired vision, sleep disturbances, weight gain, and problems with sexual functionality. The occurrence of any side effect should be reported to the doctor. In rare cases, severe side effects which require immediate medical attention may be experienced – the most common is extreme changes in the mood.
Prothiaden Precautions
If you are currently using any monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) or are within 14 days of stopping the use of one, you are advised to avoid taking Prothiaden (Dothiepin). These two have an adverse reaction, and it is, therefore, important to inform your doctor about the medicines you are suing or recently stopped using. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is discouraged by doctors for patients taking this medicine.
In case you notice any allergic reactions of your body to this medicine, seek immediate medical attention. Indicators of such reactions to watch out for include hives, skin rashes, swelling of the face and the limbs, having trouble swallowing and having trouble breathing. It is advised that you use Prothiaden (Dothiepin) as directed by the doctor without any alterations whatsoever. Should you want to change the dosage consult your doctor first. Note that the dosage will vary depending on your medical history, condition of your health, and the severity of the condition being treated.
Disclose some information to the doctor before commencing the use of this medicine such as whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding, using any other medication, suffering from allergies or other medical conditions, or whether you are using vitamins, supplements, or herbal products.
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