Dozep 75mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Dozep 75 mg tablet is mainly used to treat depression. Dozep 75 mg tablet belongs to the antidepressants class of medications. Depression is a medical condition characterized by feelings of sadness a
nger that can affect one's daily activities. Dozep 75 mg tablet is composed of 75 mg of Dosulepin/Dothiepin. It can also be used for treating disorders related to anxiety. Anxiety is defined as an emotion characterized by feelings of tension and worrying thoughts. Dozep 75 mg tablet is a prescription medicine, and it is to be taken exactly as suggested by the physician. Do not take in more than prescribed amounts. Consult your physician immediately if you experience any persistent side effects, worsening condition, or allergic side effects. Continue taking the Dozep 75 mg tablet for as long as your doctor recommends. It is essential to follow and complete the course of treatment. Do not give the medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms or condition as you. Inform your doctor about your medical history and if you are planning to take any new medicines to avoid any drug interactions. Do not stop taking medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it can cause withdrawal effects like depression, sleep disorders, or worsening of your condition. Your doctor may taper the dosage gradually based on your medical condition before completely stopping the treatment.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹75.24 |
| You Save | ₹23.76 (24% on MRP) |
| Contains | Dosulepin / Dothiepin(75.0 Mg) |
| Uses | As an Antidepressant- indicated in the treatment of psychotic depression, neurotic depression, anxiety, depression. |
| Side effects | Somnolence Sedation Constipation Dizziness Nausea Vomiting Visual disturbances |
| Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses
- As an Antidepressant- indicated in the treatment of psychotic depression, neurotic depression, anxiety, depression.
Contraindications
- If you have Dosulepin/Dothiepin hypersensitivity or an allergy to any other ingredients present in Dozep 75 mg tablet, you are currently using antidepressants or have used them within the last 14 days
- Acute recovery period after a myocardial infarction (heart attack)
Side effects
- Somnolence
- Sedation
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Visual disturbances
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take a Dozep 75 mg tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Dozep 75 mg tablets are not recommended during pregnancy. Limited studies have been reported that this medicine can cause harmful effects to the developing baby. However, consult your doctor before using the medicine.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Dozep 75 mg tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
It may be unsafe to use Dozep 75 mg tablets while breastfeeding. Since, this medicine can be excreted into human breast milk. You must seek medical consultation to decide whether to discontinue nursing or discontinue the medicine.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Dozep 75 mg tablets?
A:
No. It’s not advisable to drive or operate any heavy machinery that requires high mental alertness if you are taking a Dozep 75 mg tablet. It can cause side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and blurred vision. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Dozep 75 mg tablets?
A:
Dozep 75 mg tablets should not be used together with alcohol. Interaction of alcohol with this medicine can cause increased dizziness, drowsiness and lightheadedness.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- Your symptoms do not get resolved, or your condition worsens
- You have long term cardiac, liver, and kidney disease
- You have an addiction to alcohol or medicines
- You have a history of depression or anxiety
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Dozep 75 mg tablet exerts its mechanism of action by acting on certain chemical neurotransmitters in the brain that helps to regulate mood and depression. Dozep 75 mg tablet contains Dosulepin/Dothiepin, which is considered a mixed reuptake inhibitor. It inhibits the reuptake of noradrenaline and serotonin in the brain. Noradrenaline acts as both hormone and neurotransmitter in the brain. It regulates alertness, focuses attention, restlessness and anxiety. At the same time, serotonin carries messages between nerve cells and is responsible for regulating mood and anxiety.
Thus by acting on these messengers, Dozep 75 mg tablet helps relieve the symptoms of depression....
Directions for Use
- Always take the Dozep 75 mg tablet exactly as directed by your doctor
- You can take the Dozep 75 mg tablet with or without food
- Swallow Dozep 75 mg tablet with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush it
- Read the label instructions carefully
- Dosage should be taken in recommended amounts at a particular time in a day to get maximum benefits and desired clinical effect
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- To avoid undesirable side effects associated with drug interaction, inform your doctor about all medicines and supplements you are currently taking.
- Dozep 75 mg tablet can cause adverse reactions when taken with the following medicines:
- Interaction with antidepressants like moclobemide and selegiline can increase the serotonergic effects of Dozep 75 mg tablet
- Interaction with anticoagulants like warfarin can increase the risk of bleeding
- Interaction with benzodiazepines and antidepressants like phenelzine, iproniazid, isocarboxazid, nialamide, and imipramine can cause additive central nervous system depressant effects
- Interaction with anti-parkinson's medicines like levodopa can decrease the absorption of the medicine levodopa
Storage and disposal
Store Dozep 75 mg tablet at room temperature below 25℃. Store it in an airtight container, away from the reach of children and pets. Keep the Dozep 75 mg tablet away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep your tablets in the packaging until it is time to take them. Do not throw away the medicines with household waste. Dispose of the expired/unused medicine immediately as biomedical waste. Do not use it post the date of expiry stated on the label....
Dosage
Overdose
Do not take Dozep 75 mg tablets in more than prescribed doses. Symptoms of overdosage can be convulsions, unusual muscle movements, difficulty breathing, a very high temperature or irregular heartbeat, restlessness, nausea and vomitings. In case of an overdose of Dozep 75 mg tablet, seek emergency medical treatment and contact your doctor immediately....
Missed a Dose
Take the missed dose of Dozep 75 mg tablet just and when you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not alter the recommended dosage, as it can have adverse effects....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Reddy Moulika
BDS, MDS in Periodontics and Implantology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long does a Dozep 75 mg tablet take to work?
A: Dozep 75 mg tablets, like many medicines, do not work straight away. It may take several weeks for some symptoms to improve. Usually in four to six weeks other symptoms should begin to improve. Consult your doctor if you're not feeling any better after taking this medicine for 6 weeks, if you're worried about side effects, or if you're having thoughts of harming yourself.
Q: Can you stop taking Dozep 75 mg tablets if you feel well?
A: Do not stop taking Dozep 75 mg tablets suddenly even if you feel well. Abrupt stoppage of this medicine can cause unpleasant effects like headaches, flu-like symptoms, feeling sick, finding it hard to sleep, and feeling restless or anxious. It is advisable to consult your doctor to prevent these undesirable side effects.
Q: Are Dozep 75 mg tablets addictive?
A: No habit forming tendencies were reported with Dozep 75 mg tablets.
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