Dothiepin is used in the treatment of depression, Anxiety and insomnia. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.
How Dothiepin works
Dothiepin is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Common side effects of Dothiepin
Increased heart rate, Weight gain, Constipation, Dryness in mouth, Difficulty in urination, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan