Doxepin belongs to a group of medicines called tricyclic antidepressants. It is prescribed for the treatment of depression. The exact cause of depression is not known. It can develop for no apparent reason or it may be triggered by a life event such as a relationship problem, bereavement, or illness. With depression you have a consistently low mood and other symptoms severe enough to interfere with your normal day-to-day activities.
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