Pronunciation: DOX-e-pin
Generic Name: Doxepin
Brand Name: Sinequan
Antidepressants may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or actions in children, teenagers, and young adults. However, depression and certain other mental problems may also increase the risk of suicide. Talk with the patient's doctor to be sure that the benefits of using Sinequan outweigh the risks.
Family and caregivers must closely watch patients who take Sinequan. It is important to keep in close contact with the patient's doctor. Tell the doctor right away if the patient has symptoms like worsened depression, suicidal thoughts, or changes in behavior. Discuss any questions with the patient's doctor.
Sinequan is used for:
Treating depression or anxiety in certain patients. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Sinequan is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is not known exactly how it works. It may increase the activity of certain chemicals in the brain, which help elevate mood.
Do NOT use Sinequan if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Sinequan or to other tricyclic antidepressants
- you have certain prostate problems (eg, asymptomatic prostatic hypertrophy), glaucoma, or trouble urinating
- you are taking clonidine, an H1 antagonist (eg, astemizole, terfenadine), or ibutilide
- you have taken linezolid, methylene blue, or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, furazolidone, phenelzine, isocarboxazid) within the past 14 days
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Treatments for depression are getting better everyday and there are things you can start doing right away.
Before using Sinequan:
Some medical conditions may interact with Sinequan. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have a history of heart problems, seizures (eg, epilepsy), overactive thyroid, prostate problems (eg, benign prostatic hypertrophy [BPH]), blood problems (eg, porphyria), other mental or mood problems, suicidal thoughts or attempts, or alcohol abuse
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Sinequan. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Antiarrhythmics (eg, quinidine, propafenone, flecainide), antifungal medicines (eg, fluconazole, terbinafine), carbamazepine, cimetidine, mibefradil, phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine, thioridazine), or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine, sertraline) because they may increase the risk of Sinequan's side effects
- Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), H1 antagonists (eg, astemizole, terfenadine), ibutilide, sulfonylureas (eg, tolazamide, glipizide), sympathomimetics (eg, phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine), or tramadol because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Sinequan
- Clonidine, guanadrel, guanethidine, or guanfacine because their effectiveness may be decreased by Sinequan
- Linezolid, MAOIs (eg, furazolidone , phenelzine, isocarboxazid), or methylene blue because severe toxic effects may occur
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Sinequan may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Sinequan:
Use Sinequan as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Sinequan comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Sinequan refilled.
- Take Sinequan by mouth with or without food.
- Taking Sinequan at bedtime may help reduce side effects (eg, daytime drowsiness). Discuss this possibility with your doctor.
- If you miss a dose of Sinequan, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. If you take 1 dose daily at bedtime, do not take the missed dose the next morning.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Sinequan.
Important safety information:
- Sinequan may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Sinequan with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- Sinequan will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.
- Sinequan may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
- Limit your alcohol consumption while taking Sinequan.
- Children, teenagers, and young adults who take Sinequan may be at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions. Watch all patients who take Sinequan closely. Contact the doctor at once if new, worsened, or sudden symptoms such as depressed mood; anxious, restless, or irritable behavior; panic attacks; or any unusual change in mood or behavior occur. Contact the doctor right away if any signs of suicidal thoughts or actions occur.
- Sinequan may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Sinequan. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Sinequan before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- After you start taking Sinequan, several weeks may pass before you feel the full benefit.
- Use Sinequan with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- Sinequan should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Sinequan while you are pregnant. Sinequan is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Sinequan.
Possible side effects of Sinequan:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Appetite loss; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excess sweating; headache; heartburn; increased appetite; indigestion; nausea; unpleasant taste; urinary retention; vomiting; weakness; weight gain.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal movements; aggressive or bizarre behavior; agitation; anxiety; blurred vision or other vision changes; chest pain; difficulty speaking and swallowing; disorientation; eye pain; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; hair loss; hallucinations; hostility; irritability; loss of balance; mood swings; nervousness or restlessness; panic attacks; ringing in the ears; seizures; shakiness; sore throat or fever; trouble sleeping; twitching of the face or tongue; unusual bleeding or bruising; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Sinequan side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include agitation; confusion; drowsiness; dry mouth; enlarged pupils; fast or irregular heartbeat; flushing; loss of consciousness; seizures.
Proper storage of Sinequan:
Store Sinequan at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Sinequan out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Sinequan, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Sinequan is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Sinequan. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Sinequan resources
- Sinequan Side Effects (in more detail)
- Sinequan Dosage
- Sinequan Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Drug Images
- Sinequan Drug Interactions
- Sinequan Support Group
- 2 Reviews for Sinequan - Add your own review/rating
- Sinequan Monograph (AHFS DI)
- Sinequan Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Sinequan Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Doxepin Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Doxepin Hydrochloride Monograph (AHFS DI)
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