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Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

by Abbott
Dosulepin/Dothiepin (25mg)

₹162₹146

10% off
Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

Introduction to Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

It belongs to the class of medications known as tricyclic antidepressants used primarily in the treatment of depression. This medication operates by elevating the levels of noradrenaline and serotonin in the brain. 

Safety Advice for Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Combining medicine with alcohol may intensify drowsiness and is not recommended.

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Medicine safety during pregnancy is uncertain. Consult your doctor for personalized guidance.

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Using medicine while breastfeeding may pose risks. Seek advice from your doctor.

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Limited information exists on medicine use in kidney disease. Seek advice from your doctor.

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How Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s works

Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s increases the levels of noradrenaline and serotonin in the brain by blocking their reuptake, enhancing their effects in the synaptic cleft. It interacts with α2-adrenoceptors, promoting noradrenaline release for antidepressant effects. Dosulepin also binds to serotonin receptors, improving mood, and inhibits histamine receptors, causing sedation. The drug's metabolites exhibit similar actions. Additionally, dosulepin affects muscarinic acetylcholine receptors, leading to dry mouth. Overall, dosulepin's multi-target approach helps alleviate depression symptoms through various neurochemical mechanisms.

How To Use Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

  • Follow your doctor's guidance for this medicine, taking it in the prescribed dose and duration.
  • You can take this medicine with or without food, but maintaining a consistent time daily is recommended for better results.
  • Swallow the drug whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it.

Special Precautions About Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

  • If you have a history of heart problems, especially recent myocardial infarction, heart block, or arrhythmias, inform your healthcare provider.
  • If you have glaucoma, regular eye checkups are advisable.
  • If you have a history of seizures or epilepsy, discuss this with your healthcare provider.
  • Take advice from your doctor if you are allergic.

Benefits Of Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

  • It Relieves symptoms of depression.
  • It Supports mental wellbeing.
  • It Alleviates emotional distress.
  • Aids in managing depressive symptoms.

Side Effects Of Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

  • Dryness in mouth
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Sedation
  • Loss of accommodation

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

  • If you miss a dose, take it when you remember. 
  • If your next dose is close, skip the missed one and stay on your regular schedule. 
  • Avoid taking two doses at once. 
  • Consult your doctor for guidance on managing missed doses effectively.

Health And Lifestyle

You should take physical exercise for minimum 30 minutes. You should also focus on taking healthy diet for better health.

Disease Explanation

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Depression and anxiety are common mental health conditions that affect millions of people worldwide. Depression is a mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in daily activities.

FAQ's on Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

Is Prothiaden safe?

Dothiepin (prothiaden) is a safe, reliable preparation. It is free from serious side-effects.

Can I take Prothiaden for depression?

Yes. Prothiaden is indicated for the treatment of depression. It has a potential advantage in the patient with depression if associated with insomnia and anxiety. It is generally not considered a first-line option for depression because of side effect profile but very useful for severe or treatment-resistant depression.

Is Dothiepin still prescribed?

Dosulepin is not recommended for new patients now. It can be harmful for some people and is very dangerous if you take too much. Its still sometimes prescribed for people who are already using it who havent had serious side effects. If you havent had it before, its unlikely to be prescribed for you.

How does Prothiaden work?

Dosulepin works by stopping the serotonin and noradrenaline that has been released from being reabsorbed back into the nerve cells in the brain. This helps to prolong their effects and over time this helps to lighten mood and relieve depression.

How to stop Prothiaden?

If your doctor asks you to stop Prothiaden, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Sudden discontinuation may cause aggression, anxiety, blurred vision, concentration impairment, constipation and crying spell.

Can I use Prothiaden for fibromyalgia?

Yes. Prothiaden is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a pain syndrome with tenderness but no structural pathology in muscles, ligamanets or joints.

Is Prothiaden a muscle relaxant?

No. Prothiaden is not a muscle relaxant. It is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) used in the treatment of depression, nerve pain, and anxiety disorder.

Can Prothiaden used to treat IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)?

No. Prothiaden is not approved for the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterised by chronic or recurrent abdominal pain or discomfort associated with altered bowel habits.

What is Prothiaden 25MG used for?

PROTHIADEN 25MG contain Dosulepin which belongs to a group of medicine called tricyclic antidepressants. It is used to treat depression and can also help reduce feelings of anxiety.

What is Prothiaden used for?

Prothiaden is a medicine used to treat anxiety disorder and depression that is unresponsive to other alternative medicines. It is also used to relieve nerve pain and fibromyalgia. Prothiaden should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor, exactly as directed.

Can Prothiaden cause insomnia?

Prothiaden 75 Tablet may be used for the treatment of insomnia (too much arousal both at night and during the day) associated with depression. Because it can cause drowsiness or sedation as side effects, it is effective in treating insomnia associated with depression.

Can I use Prothiaden for nerve pain?

Yes. Prothiaden is indicated for the treatment of nerve pain/neuropathic pain. Chronic pain/Neuropathic pain is described as pain that arises from damage to, or dysfunction of, any part of peripheral or central nervous system. It is associated with the disease which can affect nerves like diabetes mellitus or herpes infections.

Can Prothiaden be used in the treatment of burning mouth syndrome?

No. Prothiaden is not approved for the treatment of burning mouth syndrome. Burning mouth syndrome is a painful condition of mouth that is burning, scalding, tingling or feeling of numbness that may occur every day for months or longer.

Can I take Prothiaden with diazepam?

It is better to avoid this combination. Diazepam is a sedative drug and Prothiaden may cause sedation as a side effect too. Taking both of them together can increase the drowsiness or sleepiness. Inform your doctor if you are taking diazepam.

Is Prothiaden fatal?

Yes. Prothiaden can be fatal (can cause death) in overdose. This is due to a life-threatening or dangerous side effect in overdose like hyperthermia, seizure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension or sudden death. Thats why it is generally not considered a first-line option for depression because of side effect profile.

Can Prothiaden be used to treat insomnia with depression?

Yes. Prothiaden may be used for the treatment of insomnia (too much arousal both at night and during the day) associated with depression. Because it can cause drowsiness or sedation as side effects, it is effective in treating insomnia associated with depression.

Can Dosulepin cause heart problems?

Patients who have taken dosulepin (dothiepin) have a significantly increased risk of ischaemic heart disease, a general practice based case-control study has found (Hippisley-Cox and colleagues, p 666).

Can Prothiaden be used in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia?

No. Prothiaden is not approved for the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal or 5th cranial nerve, one of the most widely distributed nerves in the head.

Why Prothiaden tablet is used?

The active ingredient in Prothiaden is dosulepin hydrochloride. Prothiaden belongs to a group of medicines called tricyclic antidepressants. PROTHIADEN is used to treat depression and can also help reduce feelings of anxiety. Please ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need more information.

What is the difference between Prothiaden and amitriptyline?

Prothiaden is chemically related to Amitriptyline and both are tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) medicine. There is overlap in pharmacological property of this medicine.

Is Prothiaden the same as doxepin?

Prothiaden and doxepin are different medicines but belong to the similar chemical class. Doxepin, at low doses, can improve sleep in patients with insomnia. It is also available in the topical form for use in various neuro-dermatitis syndrome, especially itching.

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Nish Kumar

B.Pharma + MBA

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 13 August, 2024

Prescription Required

Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

by Abbott
Dosulepin/Dothiepin (25mg)

₹162₹146

10% off
Prothiaden 25mg Tablet 15s

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