Sailwon Tablets 3 mg (Doxepin Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Adults: The recommended dose of this medicine is 6 mg once daily. For some patients, 3 mg once daily may be appropriate as prescribed by a physician. Older adults aged 65 years and older: The recommended initial dose of this medicine is 3 mg once daily. A maximum of 6 mg daily may be taken as prescribed by a physician. Do not take more than 6 mg of this medicine per day. This medicine should be taken within 30 minutes before bedtime and should not be taken within 3 hours after a meal to minimize its effects the following day.

This medication is used to treat sleep disorders, but treatment should only begin after a careful assessment of the patient's physical or mental condition. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for 7 to 10 days, there may be other psychiatric or medical conditions present that require further examination. During the use of sleeping pills, there may be episodes of amnesia-like behavior such as sleep-driving, so it is advised to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Caution is needed when taking this medication with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants, as this may increase the risks. Patients with depression may be at an increased risk of worsening suicidal thoughts or behaviors when taking this medication, so any new changes in behavior should be discussed with a doctor immediately. Drowsiness or sedative effects may occur after taking the medication, so sufficient rest should be taken when taking this medication at night, and caution is needed during the day as well. This medication may interact with certain drugs, so inform your healthcare provider of any medications currently being taken. If pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to consult a doctor before taking the medication, as it may affect the fetus or infant. Safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently verified in children or the elderly, so special caution is required. Patients with liver or respiratory diseases should adjust the dosage and closely monitor their condition. Although the risk of misuse or dependence is low, if unusual behaviors or symptoms occur while taking the medication, consult healthcare professionals immediately. Severe side effects may occur in case of overdose, so strict adherence to the dosage is necessary, and seek emergency treatment if any abnormal symptoms arise.

drowsiness, sedation, upper respiratory tract infection, pharyngitis, gastroenteritis, nausea, hypertension, anemia, thrombocytosis, heart block, palpitations, tachycardia, ventricular extrasystole, ear pain, hearing loss, motion sickness, tinnitus, tympanic membrane perforation, congestion, blurred vision, eyelid twitching, double vision, eye pain, decrease in lacrimation, abdominal pain, dry mouth, gastroesophageal reflux, vomiting, dyspepsia, constipation, gum bleeding, bloody stools, oral vesicles, weakness, chest pain, fatigue, chills, gait abnormalities, peripheral edema, hyperbilirubinemia, hypersensitivity reactions, bronchitis, fungal infection, laryngitis, sinusitis, dental infection, urinary tract infection, viral infection, soft tissue infection, eye infection, folliculitis, viral gastroenteritis, herpes zoster, tenosynovitis, influenza, lower respiratory tract infection, onychomycosis, pharyngitis, pneumonia, abdominal injury, falls, joint sprain, fracture, skin laceration, increased blood glucose, elevated ALT, decreased blood pressure, increased blood pressure, abnormal ST-T segment on ECG, abnormal QRS complex on ECG, decreased heart rate, decreased neutrophil count, abnormal QRS axis on ECG, increased aminotransferases, loss of appetite, reduced appetite, hyperkalemia, hypermagnesemia, increased appetite, hypokalemia, arthralgia, back pain, myalgia, neck pain, limb pain, reduced range of motion in joints, muscle cramps, lethargy, stage 1 lung cancer, malignant melanoma, dizziness, taste impairment, somnolence, paresthesia of hands and feet, syncope, loss of taste, ataxia, cerebrovascular accident, attention deficit, migraine, sleep paralysis, vasovagal syncope, tremor, abnormal dreams, adjustment disorder, anxiety, depression, confusional state, euphoric mood, insomnia, decreased libido, nightmares, breast cyst, dysmenorrhea, dysuria, nocturia, hemoglobinuria, nocturnal urination, congestion, pharyngeal pain, sinus congestion, wheezing, cough, halitosis, pharyngeal disorder, rhinorrhea, dyspnea, skin irritation, cold sweat, dermatitis, erythema, hyperhidrosis, pruritus, rash, rosacea, pallor, uncontrolled blood pressure, hematoma, facial flushing, constipation, urinary retention, disorientation, hallucinations, numbness, sensory abnormalities, extrapyramidal symptoms, seizures, delayed onset motor disorder, hypotension, aphthous stomatitis, dyspepsia, increased libido, testicular swelling, gynecomastia, galactorrhea, breast enlargement, increased blood glucose, decreased blood glucose, syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, tinnitus, weight gain, sweating, flushing, jaundice, alopecia, exacerbation of asthma, high fever, confusion, concentration difficulties, transient hallucinations, dilated pupils, anxiety, hyperactive reflexes, confusion, drowsiness, muscle rigidity, vomiting, hypothermia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Blue oval tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle