Question 1

what is the definition or description of: doxepin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Doxepin: Doxepin/  Sinequan  may be dosed  at  an average of 100-300 mg daily  for treatment of depression/ anxiety. An overdose is accidental or intentional ingestion or application of an excessive dose of a medication.  Medications overdoses may be dangerous and may lead to death in some situations.

Question 2

what is the treatment for doxepin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Go to ER: Overdose on any tricyclic antidepressant is potentially life threatening due to the adverse effects on cardiac fucntion and lowering of seizure threshold.

Question 3

how many pills of doxepin 25mg pills would it take before you overdose?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Doxepin is like Elavil (amitriptyline) and can interact with several other meds such that even a low dose can be toxic and some people don't metabolize well.  You should discuss with your prescriber your concerns.  Never take more than instructed. If thinking of a suicide plan, tell them as well.  It's not a pleasant nor sure thing and other help is available if this isn't working.

Question 4

what can you tell me about the drug doxepin hcl and it's side effects?

Accepted Answer

Antidepressant.: Doxepin HCL belong to a class of antidepressants called Tricyclics. Some of the side-effects include dry mouth, constipation, drowsiness or sedation, hypotension, dizziness, difficulty initiating the urinary stream, depression, suicidal thoughts and weight gain.

Question 5

could doxepin 10mg (daily), benadryl (diphenhydramine) (2 daily) qualify as sedative drugs that could bring on acquired nystagmus? following months of use?

Accepted Answer

Rather unlikely: Search for alternative explanation.  Maybe see otolaryngologist and get all of this evaluated.

Question 6

effects sinequan(doxepin) or symbax?

Accepted Answer

Doxepin: Doxepin (sinequan) is an old antidepressant used for major depression. It is now reintroduced in very low dose to help sleep, due to its sedative effect. Symbiax is combination of Prozac & zyprexa, (olanzapine) used for depression with psychotic features, and is very sedating & causes weight gain.

Question 7

what are the side effects of doxepin?

Accepted Answer

Doxepin: This is an older tricyclic antidepressant -- so one effect is help with depression.  But also there can be dry mouth, sedation (sleepiness), constipation, difficulty urinating, blurry vision, excessive sweating, etc.  Small doses can help with sleep.  New low-dose form called "silenor" got specific fda approval for this.

Question 8

could i take hydroxyzine and doxepin together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Just beware of the additive side effects such as drowsiness , dry mouth, constipation etc.

Question 9

can i still lose weight if i am on doxepin 300mg?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Although it may be more difficult, if you combine exercise with a better and more restricted diet, it is possible.

Question 10

can doxepin and melatonin be safely taken together?

Accepted Answer

Doxepin/Melatonin: Combination ok, but wondering if u would still need the melatonin if u took the Doxepin at bedtime?. Please discuss further with your doctor.

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