3 SP Pill — BLUE OVAL, 10mm — Doxepin

Imprint	3 / SP
Colour	BLUE
Shape	OVAL
Size	10
Strength	doxepin hydrochloride 3 mg
Dosage form	Tablet
Manufacturer	Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
NDC	42847-103
Schedule	—
Availability	Prescription only
Ingredients	doxepin hydrochloride[doxepin]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "3 SP" is a code stamped or printed on the tablet or capsule by the manufacturer, used to identify the drug, its strength and the maker.

Active ingredient

Doxepin

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING: "Antidepressants increased the risk compared to placebo of suicidal thinking and behavior (suicidality) in children, adolescents and young adults in short-term studies of major depressive disorder (MDD) and other psychiatric disorders," while "short-term studies did not show an increase in the risk of suicidality with antidepressants compared to placebo in adults beyond age 24"; "Doxepin is not approved for use in pediatric patients." Other key warnings cover monitoring for "clinical worsening, suicidality and unusual changes in behavior," angle-closure glaucoma risk from pupillary dilation, and caution with CYP2D6-inhibiting drugs.

Indicated for "psychoneurotic patients with depression and/or anxiety," depression and/or anxiety "associated with alcoholism," "associated with organic disease," and "psychotic depressive disorders with associated anxiety," targeting symptoms such as "anxiety, tension, depression, somatic symptoms and concerns, sleep disturbances, guilt, lack of energy, fear, apprehension and worry."

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "3 SP".
• Confirm the colour (BLUE) and shape (OVAL).
• Compare the size (10) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

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