Doxepin drug classification?

What class is doxepin in?

Doxepin is classified as a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA). [1]

Is doxepin also used as a sleep or anxiety medication?

Yes. Even though doxepin is a TCA, it’s commonly used for insomnia at low doses and for certain other conditions depending on the specific formulation and prescriber intent. [1]

Where does doxepin fit compared with other antidepressant classes?

Compared with SSRIs or SNRIs, doxepin belongs to the older tricyclic class of antidepressants, with a different mechanism and side-effect profile typical of TCAs. [1]

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