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Dothin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Dothin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dothin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dothin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Dothin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Dothin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dothin related warnings section.
Dothin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bipolar Disorder, Heart Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Dothin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Dothin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dothin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dothin 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 Dothin safe for pregnant women?
Dothin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dothin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Dothin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Dothin on the Kidneys?
Dothin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dothin on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Dothin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Dothin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dothin on the Heart?
Dothin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Dothin 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 Dothin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dothin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dothin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Dothin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Dothin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dothin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dothin
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dothin together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dothin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Dothin.
Yes, Dothin might cause heart problems. Clinical studies suggest that long-term use of Dothin might increase the risk of developing ischemic heart disease.
Take Dothin as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Dothin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects have been observed at regular doses these are drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, Dothin should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug can result in unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Long-term use of Dothin might cause memory loss (dementia). However, the causal relationship between them is not established although the possibility cannot be denied.
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)