Othipen 25mg Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Zee Laboratories |
Active Ingredient | Dosulepin (25mg) |
Salt Synonyms | Dothiepin |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Dibenzoxepin Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
Action Class | Tricyclic antidepressants |
User Rating | 4.9 |
User Reviews | 420 |
FAQ
Othipen 25mg Tablet Reviews
Othipen 25mg works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better 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. 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 medication.
The most common side effects of Othipen 25mg include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, 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. 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 them. 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 strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should strictly be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.
How Othipen 25mg Tablet Works
How to Use Othipen 25mg Tablet
Benefits of Othipen 25mg Tablet
- In Treatment of Anxiety disorder: Othipen 25mg is thought to work by stopping your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and sleep problems that often come with Generalised 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.
Uses of Othipen 25mg Tablet
- Treatment of Anxiety disorder
- Treatment of $name is thought to work by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieves anxiety and tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy level. It is used to treat depression that is unresponsive to other medicines. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly. Depression
Othipen 25mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks for Othipen 25mg to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Othipen 25mg as it may cause excessive sleepiness.
- It may cause sleepiness. Take it at bedtime and do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
References
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Dosulepin [Package Insert]. Debrecen, Hungary: TEVA Pharmaceutical Work Private Limited; 2021.
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- PubChem. Dothiepin.
- Stahl SM, editor. Dothiepin. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 205-10.