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3 patient evaluations for Doxepin taken for the purpose of 'insomnia' with a perceived effectiveness rating of Slight

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Dec 30, 2015 (Started May 15, 2015)

  • Effectiveness
    Slight (for insomnia)
  • Effectiveness
    Major (for major depressive disorder)
  • Side effects
    Moderate (panic attacks)
  • Adherence
    Always
  • Burden
    A little hard to take
Dosage: 150 mg Daily
Advice & Tips: Originally I started to take it for insomnia and depression. I was constantly waking due to panic attacks so Doctor put me back on Resterol.
Cost: < $25 monthly
  • 0 helpful marks

Sep 22, 2013 (Started Jan 01, 2012)

  • Effectiveness
    Slight (for sleep problems)
  • Effectiveness
    Slight (for insomnia)
  • Side effects
    Moderate (grogginess in morning)
  • Adherence
    Sometimes
  • Burden
    A little hard to take
Dosage: As needed
Advice & Tips: Take 8-10 hours prior to the time you want to wake. Morning drowsiness.
Cost: $25-49 monthly
  • 0 helpful marks

Feb 22, 2009 (Started Jan 23, 2009)

  • Effectiveness
    Slight (for insomnia)
  • Side effects
    Moderate (chest pain)
  • Adherence
    Always
  • Burden
    Somewhat hard to take
Dosage: 100 mg Daily
Advice & Tips: I dropped back to my old dosage of 100 mg, no more chest pain, but I dont think this particular med is beneficial, I will talk will my Doc tomorrow/Monday and see if he wants to make any other changes
Cost: < $25 monthly
Side effects: chest pain
  • 0 helpful marks
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