Drug
Doxepin
Pronounced
"dox-EH-pin"
Notes
Do not share this medication with others.
This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for other conditions unless directed by your doctor. A different medication may be necessary in those cases.
Usually, insomnia is temporary and requires sleep medications only for a short time. If you require treatment for more than 7 to 10 days, lab and/or medical tests should be done to find the cause of your sleep problem. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
As you get older, your sleep pattern may naturally change and your sleep may be interrupted several times during the night. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for ways to improve your sleep without medication, such as avoiding caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime, avoiding daytime naps, and avoiding going to bed too early each night.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.