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Doxepin Tablets and Seizure disorders

Result of checking the interaction of drug Doxepin Tablets and disease Seizure disorders for safety when used together.

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Doxepin Tablets <> Seizure disorders

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), can lower the seizure threshold and trigger seizures. These drugs should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of seizures, or other predisposing factors, such as head trauma, CNS abnormalities, and alcoholism. Daily dose restrictions might apply for specific antidepressants. Physicians are encouraged to get additional dosing recommendations on the manufacturer's prescribing information.

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Doxepin Tablets

Generic Name: doxepin

Brand Name: Silenor, Sinequan, Sinequan

Synonyms: Doxepin (Sinequan), Doxepin (Systemic)

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