Prothiaden
Formulated to alleviate clinical depressive states to support mental stability and target synaptic neurotransmitter pools.
- Category
- Antidepressants
- Active ingredient
- Dosulepin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50mg · 75mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Prothiaden, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Prothiaden vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Prothiaden details
- Condition
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Alternative names
- dosulepin
- Therapeutic class
- Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA)
- Pharmacological class
- Tricyclic Antidepressant
- Known off-label uses
- neuropathic pain
- Minor side effects
- dry mouth; drowsiness; constipation
- Moderate side effects
- blurred vision; weight gain; postural hypotension
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Abbott
- Onset Time
- 1–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- MAO Inhibitors; Alcohol; QT-prolonging drugs
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Contraindications
recent myocardial infarction; severe liver disease; concurrent use of MAO inhibitors
Serious side effects
suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention; severe cardiac arrhythmia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated to alleviate clinical depressive states to support mental stability and target synaptic neurotransmitter pools.
Mechanism of action
Prevents synaptic reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin inside the brain, elevating mood states.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category D: Avoid. Potential fetal risk. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low amounts.
What you will receive
Prothiaden is the originator brand name, made by Abbott. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Abbott.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Dosulepin is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.