How is Amoxapine dosed?
For depression:
- Adults: Initially, take 50 milligrams (mg) two or three times per day. The dose may be increased as needed, but usually not more than 300 mg per day unless in a hospital. Some hospitalized patients may require higher doses. If taking once a day, it is best to take it at bedtime.
- Older Adults: Initially, take 25 milligrams (mg) two or three times per day. The dose may be increased as needed, but usually not more than 300 mg per day unless in a hospital. Some hospitalized patients may require higher doses. If taking once a day, it is best to take it at bedtime.
- Children: Use and dose must be determined by a doctor.
What is the dosage form of Amoxapine?
Amoxapine is available in tablet form.
What medications are contraindication with Amoxapine?
Amoxapine should not be taken with the following medications:
- Bromopride
- Clorgyline
- Grepafloxacin
- Isocarboxazid
- Levomethadyl
- Linezolid
- Methylene Blue
- Metoclopramide
- Moclobemide
- Phenelzine
- Potassium Citrate
- Ranolazine
- Safinamide
- Selegiline
- Tranylcypromine Consult with your doctor before using amoxapine if you are taking any of these medications, as they may need to adjust the treatment or consider alternative medications.
How is Amoxapine administered?
Amoxapine is administered orally as a tablet. The dosage and frequency should be determined by a healthcare professional and followed as directed. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep it out of reach of children. Report any changes in dose or side effects to a healthcare professional immediately.
What are common precautions when taking Amoxapine?
Common precautions when taking amoxapine orally include:
- Regular progress checks: Your doctor should monitor your progress regularly to adjust your dose and check for any adverse effects.
- Reporting side effects: Contact your doctor immediately if you, your child, or your caregiver notice agitation, irritability, abnormal behaviors, suicidal thoughts, tendencies, or depression.
- Storage: Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, direct light, and freezing.
- Age-related considerations: Elderly patients may be more susceptible to unwanted side effects or age-related kidney or liver problems, which may require dose adjustments.
- MAO inhibitors: Do not take amoxapine if you have recently taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor or plan to take one within two weeks of stopping amoxapine. This combination can lead to severe side effects.
- Tardive dyskinesia: Be aware of potential movement disorders and consult your doctor if you experience any unusual movements while taking amoxapine.