Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is usually advised to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any dose and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor. Your dose may be modified or gradually decreased before stopping the medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chances of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects associated with this medicine are rare.
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.
Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is usually advised to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any dose and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor. Your dose may be modified or gradually decreased before stopping the medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chances of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects associated with this medicine are rare.
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.
Uses of Doxetar Capsule
Benefits of Doxetar Capsule
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
Side effects of Doxetar 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 Doxetar
- 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 Doxetar Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Doxetar Capsule works
Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Doxetar Forte 75mg 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
Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
The baby should be monitored carefully for excessive sleepiness, and adequate weight gain.
Driving
UNSAFE
Doxetar Forte 75mg 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
Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Doxetar Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
- The main dose should be taken at night as this medicine may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.
- It can take 2 to 3 weeks for Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule to start working.
- You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back.
- If your doctor asks you to stop Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule is very less.
- It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dibenzoxepin Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Doxetar with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may cause a fatal increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of co
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Domperidone with Doxepin.
Concurrent use may cause serotonin syndrome.
Careful consideration is advised if you have epilepsy. Watch out for symptoms of serotonin syndrome, such as sedation, respiratory imp
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as sleepiness, dry mouth, impaired voluntary movements, w
Patient concerns
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FAQs
Can I stop taking Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule abruptly?
No, you should always check with your doctor before you stop taking Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
Does Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule cause withdrawal symptoms?
Yes, stopping the use of Doxetar Forte 75mg 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 Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule. You doctor may gradually reduce the dose of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule before taking you off Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule completely.
When must Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule not be taken?
You should not take Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antidepressant medicines (such as Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule), or any of the inactive ingredients of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule. Avoid taking Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule if you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure), liver problems, any difficulty in passing urine, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
Can I drive while on Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule treatment?
Taking Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule may cause sleepiness, so you should avoid driving or working with machinery until the effect has worn off. Driving while taking Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
What are the overdose symptoms of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule?
Overdose of Doxetar Forte 75mg 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 Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical help.
How long does it take for Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule to kick in?
It may take several weeks or longer for you to experience significant benefits of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule. Do not stop taking Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
Can Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule treat insomnia?
Yes. Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule is also used for the treatment of insomnia (difficulty sleeping). It is especially helpful for people who have trouble staying asleep.
Can I drink alcohol while on treatment with Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule?
No, you should not drink alcohol while taking Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule as alcohol can increase the sleepiness or dizziness that occur as side effects of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule.
Is Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule addictive?
Generally Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule does not cause dependence and is therefore not addictive. But, you should not stop taking Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule abruptly as it may cause temporary withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia (trouble falling asleep), irritability and excessive sweating.
Can Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule cause suicidal thoughts?
Yes, Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
Does Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule cause weight gain or loss of appetite?
Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
What is the best time to take Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule?
Doxetar Forte 75mg 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 Doxetar Forte 75mg 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.
What are the side effects of Doxetar Forte 75mg Capsule?
The side effects of Doxetar Forte 75mg 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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