Doxepin HCL - 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg - Single Capsule
DESCRIPTION Doxepin HCL treats depression, noise aversion, and other anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorders in dogs, such as acral lick dermatitis. Key Benefits: Doxepin blocks dopamine receptors in the central nervous systems of pets. Formulated For: Intended for cats and dogs. How is Medication Given? Never withdraw treatment or administer a different dosage rate without being instructed to do so by your veterinarian. Follow your veterinarian's directions when using this product. What Results Can I Expect: Doxepin HCL is an easy-to-administer capsule that treats depression or anxiety. What Form Does Medication Come In? Capsules Dose and Administration: Capsules are sold individually in strengths of 10, 25, 50, and 100 mg. Possible Side Effects: Doxepin offers a lower risk of cardiac side effects than other Tricyclic drugs. However, some patients have experienced ventricular arrhythmia, particularly after overdose. Other potential side effects include: Excitability Gastrointestinal upset Lethargy Other side effects are also possible. Talk to your vet if your pet appears to be having a reaction to Doxepin. Precautions: Keep away from children and animals. Do not feed pets aged cheese or use a flea and tick collar concomitantly with Doxepin. This can cause toxicity or death. Other foods and drugs may also interact with this medication. Tell your vet about all other medications you give your dog before initiating treatment with Doxepin. Administer extremely cautiously to animals who are prone to seizures. Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool and dry environment between temperatures of 20 to 25 degrees C (68 to 77 degrees F). In Case of Overdose: Contact the nearest emergency pet clinic. Active Ingredients: Doxepin Main Ingredients: Doxepin Tip: If you accidentally miss giving a dose, administer it as soon as you remember. If the next regularly scheduled dose is due soon, resume the regular schedule and skip the dose you missed. Never administer two doses simultaneously.View details