Somaron 3mg Tablet 
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NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol
USED FOR:
Depression
Insomnia
COMPOSITION:
Doxepin (3mg)
Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns
CAUTION
Somaron 3mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Somaron 3mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Somaron 3mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby should be monitored carefully for excessive sleepiness, and adequate weight gain.
Somaron 3mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
SAFE
Somaron 3mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Somaron 3mg Tablet is recommended.However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
CAUTION
Somaron 3mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Somaron 3mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Somaron Tablet
Somaron 3mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and insomnia.It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.
How to use Somaron Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Somaron 3mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Somaron Tablet works
Somaron 3mg Tablet increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Common Sleepiness, Blurred vision, Increased heart rate, Weight gain, Dryness in mouth, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Constipation, Difficulty in urination.
Expert advice for Somaron 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 Somaron 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 Somaron, 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 Somaron, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Somaron is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
Q. Is Somaron a tricyclic antidepressant, SSRI/ MAO inhibitor?
Somaron is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is not a SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) or a MAOi (monoamine oxidase inhibitor)
Q. Is Somaron a habit-forming/addictive or narcotic drug?
No. Somaron is not a habit-forming/addictive or narcotic drug. It might however cause certain withdrawal effects when the treatment is stopped abruptly. Hence, it is advisable to consult your doctor before stopping the treatment
Q. Is Somaron a sedative or sleeping pill?
No. Somaron is not a sedative or sleeping pill. However it might cause sleepiness as a side-effect
Q. Is Somaron safe?
Yes. Somaron is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take doxepin with hydroxyzine, Ambien, Zoloft, Percocet, Wellbutrin, NyQuil, Atarax, Lunesta, and Prozac?
Doxepin should not be taken with Zoloft (sertraline), Prozac (Fluoxetine), Wellbutrin (bupropion), Lunesta (eszopiclone), NyQuil (cold and flu medication), Percocet (oxycodone, acetaminophen), Prozac (fluoxetine), Atarax (hydroxyzine) and Ambien (zolpidem)
Q. Does Somaron cause weight gain, sleepiness or hair loss?
Somaron may cause weight gain, sleepiness or hair loss. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Does Somaron help with pain or anxiety?
Somaron may be effective in the treatment of chronic neuropathic pain and anxiety.
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