Doxin 10mg Capsule

• The oral formulation is used in the treatment of Insomnia.
• Oral capsule formulation and oral solution are prescribed to manage symptoms of anxiety.
• Topical formulations can be used to manage skin pruritus.
• Topical creams of Doxin work as a local anaesthetic in managing pain and have been helpful in the treatment of urethral irritation and dysuria.
• Used as an analgesic in treating neuropathic pain.

• If you are allergic to Doxepin or any other ingredients of the tablet Doxin 10mg.
• If you have a history of seizure disorder or conditions predisposing to seizures (e.g. brain damage, epilepsy).
• If you are taking medication for any skin infections, such as ketoconazole and itraconazole, it may cause a hypersensitivity reaction(avoid using the tablet for at least 14 days).
• If you suffer from diabetes or have bleeding tendencies, bradycardia ( slow heartbeat), recent, decompensated heart failure, electrolyte disturbances (e.g. hypokalaemia), metabolic disease.
• If you have undergone recent heart surgeries.
• If you are taking MAO inhibitors, which are also used to treat depression. There should be a minimum gap of 14 days between the onset of the medication.
• If you are suffering from renal or liver problems, it may lead to hepatic failure or renal impairment.
• If you are pregnant and lactating.

• Increased heart rate
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Difficulty in urination
• Dryness in mouth
• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
• Weight gain

How Does It Work?

• Take the Doxin 10mg tablet as a whole with a glass of water or as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole. Do not crush, chew or break it.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• The dosage and duration depend on the disease of the individual, the patient’s age and medical history.
• Doxin tablets can cause dependency and thus should be taken with proper prescriptions.

Interactions with other medicines

• Do not take this tablet if you are already taking another medication such as linezolid, i.e.Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors( MAO), as it may enhance the effect of the tablet and can cause severe complica...

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• Oral anticoagulants (e.g. warfarin), antiplatelet agents (e.g. ticlopidine, aspirin, dipyridamole), antipsychotics, and NSAIDs increases bleeding tendencies.
• Other antidepressants (e.g. other SSRIs) increases the risk of seizures, as they can cause a condition known as serotonin syndrome.
• Enhanced hypoglycemic effect of antidiabetic agents, so if you are a diabetic, you should consult the doctor before taking the medication.

Interactions with food items

• No research was conducted to prove any interaction of the drug with food. However, if you feel any reactions on your skin or body after taking the medication, consult your doctor immediately.

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