Hello - I have been taking Doxepin before bedtime and Biosotal and blood pressure medication for a long time - and now a neurologist has prescribed me Donepex - can these drugs be combined-
I'm 81 years old-
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
10 months ago
At the outset, it should be noted that the drugs listed in the question: Donepex (donepezil), Doxepin and Biosotal (sotalol) are prescription, so the legitimacy and need to combine them in therapy should be determined by a doctor. This combination of drugs can be used, but you should strictly follow your doctor's instructions and observe your body's reactions.
The use of Doxepinin together with Biosotal increases the risk of serious cardiac arrhythmias, although this is a relatively rare side effect. Patients with a heart condition called congenital long QT syndrome, other heart conditions, conduction disorders or electrolyte disorders (for example, loss of magnesium or potassium due to severe or prolonged diarrhoea or vomiting) are more susceptible.
Seek medical attention immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath or palpitations during treatment with these medications.
The use of Donepex and Biosotal at the same time may cause too slow heart rhythm, especially in people who suffer from cardiac arrhythmias. If you experience dizziness, weakness, shortness of breath, fainting or other worrying symptoms, please contact your doctor.
If the medicines have been prescribed by different doctors, it is advisable to consult them to determine whether they can be used and whether there is a need to change the dose. If the medication is prescribed by the same doctor, please follow the dosing schedule.
If you need more personalized advice, you can use teleconsultations here:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/z-kardiologiem
Through Gdziepolek, it is possible to book medicines in a selected pharmacy:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/24348/donepex-tabletki-powlekane/apteki
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/24749/doxepin-teva-kapsulki/apteki
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/11925/biosotal-40-tabletki/apteki
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