Your doctor may prescribe Asendin if you suffer fromMajor Depressive Disorder (MDD). MDD is a mood disorder that impacts daily living. Symptoms may include sleepiness, hopelessness, loss of interest, irritability, weight change, or thoughts of suicide. Asendin works by increasing the amounts of the neurotransmitters serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. These chemical signals work in the brain to produce thoughts, feelings, and moods. Fact Table Formula C17H16ClN3O License US FDA Bioavailability More than 60% Legal status Rx-only Chemical Name Amoxapine Elimination half-life 8–10 hours Dosage (Strength) 25mg, 50mg, 100mg Pregnancy Consult Doctor Brands Asendin Protein binding 90% PubChem CID 2170 MedlinePlus a682202 ChEBI 2675 ATC code N06AA17 DrugBank DB00543 KEGG D00228 Routes of administration Oral
Asendin (Amoxapine)
- The starting dosage of Asendin is 25-50 mg by mouth 1-3 times per day. The effective dose usually ranges from 200-300 mg divided 2-3 times per day. The maximum recommended dosage is 400 mg per day.
