Dosulepin, also called dothiepin, is a tricyclic antidepressant used mainly for depression and some chronic pain. Doctors may prescribe it when other antidepressants haven’t worked or when sleep and mood both need help. It’s powerful, works slowly, and needs careful use.
Dosulepin boosts levels of serotonin and noradrenaline in the brain. That helps lift low mood, ease anxiety, and sometimes reduce nerve pain. You usually don’t feel better right away. Expect two to four weeks for a clear change, and up to eight weeks for full effect.
Dosulepin can cause dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, blurred vision, and weight gain. It often makes people feel sleepy at first, so avoid driving until you know how it affects you. It can lower blood pressure when you stand up, which may make you dizzy.
There are more serious risks too. Dosulepin can affect the heart rhythm, especially in older people or those with existing heart problems. Overdose is dangerous and can be life threatening; keep it out of reach of others. It can also interact badly with MAO inhibitors and some antidepressants, increasing the risk of serotonin syndrome — a serious condition with high temperature, fast heartbeat, confusion, and muscle stiffness.
Follow the doctor’s dose. Adults often start at low doses, for example 25–75 mg at night, and doctors may increase the dose gradually. Some people take it once at night because it makes them sleepy. Never double doses to catch up if you miss one without checking a doctor.
Do not stop dosulepin suddenly. Stopping quickly can cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, headaches, nausea, and irritability. If you need to stop, your prescriber will usually taper the dose down over days or weeks.
Tell your doctor about other medicines, including over‑the‑counter drugs and herbal supplements like St. John’s wort. Also mention if you have heart disease, epilepsy, glaucoma, or prostate problems — dosulepin can make those worse. Avoid alcohol while taking it, since alcohol increases drowsiness and can reduce treatment benefit.
If you feel much worse, have new thoughts of harming yourself, or notice fast heartbeat, fainting, severe confusion, or seizures, get medical help right away. In case of suspected overdose call emergency services immediately.
Thinking about buying dosulepin online? Only use licensed pharmacies and a valid prescription. Unregulated sellers may send counterfeit or unsafe tablets. If cost is an issue, ask your doctor or pharmacist about generic options or local patient assistance.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor — dosulepin crosses the placenta and can affect newborns. Your doctor may choose different medicine. For older adults, doctors do an ECG before and during treatment, and check blood pressure and heart rate regularly. Report any fainting or palpitations.
Dosulepin can be very helpful when used properly. Keep open communication with your clinician, report side effects early, and give the medication time to work. With careful use, many people see meaningful improvement in mood and sleep.
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Jun
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