Doxepin : How to Use

Doxepin - Topical

Brand Names

Zonalon Doxepin *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Topical doxepin is for external use only . Do not use this drug orally, do not use it on the eyes, or inside of the vagina.

Use this drug exactly as directed . Do not use more of it, do not use it more often and do not use it for more than 8 days. Always do not apply it to an area of skin larger than recommended by your family doctor. To do so may increase the risk of side effects.

Apply a thin layer of doxepin cream to only the effected area - s of the skin and rub in gently.

To help clear up your skin problem it is very important that you keep using topical doxepin for the full time of treat. Do not miss any doses.

Do not cover with a bandage or otherwise wrap the area of skin being treated . This may increase the amount of drug that gets into the bloodstream, thereby increasing the risk of side effects.

Dosage

The dose of topical doxepin will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of topical doxepin If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

The number of doses you apply each day, the time allowed between doses and the length of time you use the drug depend on the severity of the medical problem for which you are using topical doxepin .

For topical dosage form - cream:
- For itching due to eczema:
  - Adults Apply a thin layer to the effected area - s of the skin four times a day. Space the doses or applications at least three or four hours apart. Treatment may be continued for up to eight days.
  - Children Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Keep the drug from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.