Expert advice for Othipen Tablet
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Othipen 25 mg Tablet to start working. You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back. If your doctor asks you to stop Othipen 25 mg Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Othipen 25 mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Othipen 25 mg Tablet is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
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Composition
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Dosulepin / Dothiepin (25mg) |
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Side Effect
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Common
Side Effects of Othipen are Dryness in mouth, Blurred vision, Sleepiness, Increased heart rate, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Weight gain, Difficulty in urination, Constipation. |
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How to works
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How Othipen Tablet works
Othipen 25 mg Tablet increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression. |
