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Dothcer is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression.
The optimal dosage of Dothcer is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Dothcer have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dothcer go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Dothcer's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Dothcer's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dothcer related warnings section.
Dothcer is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bipolar Disorder, Heart Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Dothcer have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Dothcer may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dothcer is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dothcer is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Dothcer safe for pregnant women?
Dothcer has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Dothcer without medical advice.
Is the use of Dothcer safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Dothcer may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dothcer should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Dothcer on the Kidneys?
Dothcer rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dothcer on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Dothcer. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Dothcer on the Heart?
Dothcer has very mild side effects on the heart.
Dothcer should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dothcer unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dothcer habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dothcer has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dothcer, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Dothcer can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Dothcer only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dothcer for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dothcer
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dothcer together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dothcer
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dothcer and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Dothcer does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with the hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Dothcer is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Dothcer may cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still not known. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Dothcer might be helpful in treating insomnia (sleeplessness) in patients with depression. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised to not take this drug without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Dothcer might cause weight fluctuation (weight gain or weight loss). However, the exact cause of weight fluctuation is unknown. If you experience any unusual sudden weight gain or loss after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor without further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Dosulepin Mylan (dosulepin (dothiepin) hydrochloride)