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Compare Maprotiline vs. Doxepin

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Key takeaways

Maprotiline and doxepin are both medications used to treat depression and anxiety, but they belong to different classes. Maprotiline was a tetracyclic antidepressant, but is no longer available in the U.S. Doxepin is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) that's also FDA-approved for insomnia under the brand name Silenor. The typical dose for doxepin ranges from 75 mg to 150 mg daily. Common side effects of doxepin include drowsiness, dry mouth, and weight gain, and it can cause withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly. Doxepin also has specific warnings about worsening depression and suicidal thoughts, especially in people under age 25.

  • Maprotiline
    Doxepin (Sinequan)
  • Maprotiline
    Doxepin (Sinequan)

  • Summary of Maprotiline vs. Doxepin

    Summary for Tetracyclic antidepressant
    Prescription only

    Maprotiline is an antidepressant used to treat depression and anxiety associated with depression. It's no longer available in the United States because it was discontinued.

    Summary for Tricyclic antidepressant
    Prescription only

    Doxepin (Sinequan) is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA). It comes as a capsule that's taken by mouth to treat depression or anxiety in people over the age of 12. But it's not a first-choice option for these conditions because of the risk of side effects, such as drowsiness, dry mouth, and weight gain. The typical dose of doxepin (Sinequan) ranges from 75 mg to 150 mg by mouth once daily. It's available as a generic capsule and oral solution; the brand name (Sinequan) is discontinued. <br> Note: Doxepin (Silenor) tablets are FDA-approved for insomnia.

  • Indications of Maprotiline vs. Doxepin

    Indications for
    •Depression
    •Anxiety from depression
    Indications for
    •Depression
    •Anxiety

  • Pros and Cons of Maprotiline vs. Doxepin

    Pros and Const for Tetracyclic antidepressant
    Pros
    Cons
    Pros and Const for Tricyclic antidepressant
    Pros
    •Taken by mouth
    •Typically taken once daily
    •Available as oral capsules and solution
    Cons
    •Need to avoid alcohol while taking it
    •Can take 2 to 3 weeks before you notice the full effects for depression
    •Can cause withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking the medication suddenly

  • Common Side Effects of Maprotiline vs. Doxepin

    Common Side Effects for
    Common Side Effects for
    •Drowsiness
    •Blurred vision
    •Dry mouth
    •Constipation
    •Trouble passing urine

  • Warnings of Maprotiline vs. Doxepin

    Common Side Effects for
    Common Side Effects for
    •Suicidal thoughts or behavior
    •Unmasking of bipolar disorder
    •Serotonin syndrome
    •Drowsiness

  • Prices with our coupons for Maprotiline vs. Doxepin

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