DOXEPIN TOPICAL

Who is Doxepin topical for ?

Doxepin cream can be used short term (up to 8 days) in adults that suffer from itchy skin caused by eczema or dermatitis.

When should I be careful taking Doxepin topical ?

Before using doxepin cream,

• tell your doctor if you are allergic to doxepin cream, oral doxepin or any other prescription or non-prescription drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription drugs you are taking or have taken within the last 2 weeks, especially antihistamines; anticoagulants [warfarin (Coumadin)]; cimetidine (Tagamet); tricyclic antidepressants [clompiramine (Anafranil), amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin, (Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), protriptyline (Vivactil), trimipramine (Surmontil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), desipramine (Norpramin)]; SSRI antidepressants [fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), paroxetine (Paxil), or citalopram (Celexa)]; MAO inhibitors [phenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate)]; medication for high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, seizures, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, asthma, colds, or allergies; methylphenidate (Ritalin); muscle relaxants; anti-psychotics; oral contraceptives; sedatives; sleeping pills; thyroid medications; tranquilizers; and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, difficulty urinating, diabetes, seizures, an overactive thyroid gland, or liver, kidney, or heart disease.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking this drug, call your doctor immediately.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using doxepin cream.
• you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
• remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.

Side Effects

Side effects from doxepin cream can occur; tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• drowsiness
• dry mouth or lips
• headache
• increased thirst
• weakness or tiredness
• upset stomach
• burning and/or stinging at the site of application
• rash
• dryness or tightness of skin
• swelling of legs
• irritations, tingling, scaling or cracking of skin
• worsening of eczema
• emotional changes
• taste changes

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• blurred vision
• irregular heartbeat
• difficulty urinating
• slow or difficult speech