Definition of "doxepin" [doxepin]

• A psychotropic agent with tricyclic antidepressant and anxiolytic properties. (noun)

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• "The active ingredient in Silenor, doxepin, has been used for years in higher doses as an antidepressant."
• "If the condition persists, your doctor may recommend either an antihistamine such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl Allergy) or doxepin cream (Zonalon); a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory ointment or cream such as tacrolimus (Protopic); or a corticosteroid ointment such as hydrocortisone (Cortaid, Cortizone)."
• "The current nightcap, as it were, is 50 mg doxepin, followed in one hour by 10 mg zolpidem this is the non-CR version of Ambien."