Dothiepin
Also known as: Dothep; Prothiaden
Description
Dothiepin is a type of Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA) Pharmaceutical Drug.
Conventional Medical Usage of Dothiepin
Nervous System
Dothiepin (like other Tricyclic Antidepressants) is commonly prescribed in the treatment of Depression.
Toxic Effects of Dothiepin
The toxic effects of Dothiepin are similar to those attributable to other Tricyclic Antidepressants.
Dosage Recommendations
The usual therapeutic dosage of Dothiepin for the treatment of Depression is 50 - 150 mg per day (the precise dosage is as prescribed by a patient’s physician).
Pharmaceutical Availability of Dothiepin
Oral Products
Dothiepin is available from pharmacies (prescription required) in the form of:
25 mg capsules (Dothep)
75 mg capsules (Dothep)
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