Drug name
Anafranil (Clomipramine)
Drug Description
Anafranil is prescribed for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The medicine may also be prescribed for other medical conditions after preliminary consulting with by your doctor.
Intake Instructions
Please take the medicine as prescribed by your health care provider. Make sure to check the label on the medicine for finding exact dosing instructions.
Anafranil includes an extra patient information sheet named a Medication Guide. Please read it thoroughly. Read it every time you get Anafranil refilled.
Take Anafranil by mouth with meals to lower the risk of stomach upset.
Please remember may take 2 to 3 weeks before you notice obvious the effect of Anafranil. Keep on using Anafranil even if you show improvement. Missing any doses is not recommended.
Drug Category and Mechanism
Anafranil represents a tricyclic antidepressant. It functions by making high the activity of certain chemicals in the brain, which helps to reduce obsessive-compulsive behaviors.
Missed Dose
Should you miss a dose of this medicine please take it asap. If you find you have missed the previous dosage when it is almost time for your next dose, you should better skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Taking double or extra doses at once is not recommended. If more than one dose is missed, please contact your attending medical doctor or health care provider.
Storage
The best conditions to keep the medicine at are to store them room temperature 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). The container where the medicine is stored should be tightly closed. It should be also strictly protected from moisture, heat and light.
Please make sure to keep Anafranil out of the reach of children and pets.
Safety Precautions
Taking Anafranil is not recommended in case:
breast-feeding mothers
you take any category of prescription or nonprescription medicine, as well as herbal preparation and dietary supplement;
you have allergic reaction to any component in Anafranil;
you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (e.g., phenelzine) within the recent 14 days, or you are being treated with astemizole or terfenadine;
you have a history of a recent heart attack.
Please inform your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of these are applicable to you.
Some medical conditions may step into interaction with Anafranil . Please inform your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of these are applicable to you.
you are pregnant, will be pregnant, a breast-feeding mother
you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, including herbal preparation, as well as dietary supplement
you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
you drink alcohol beverages daily or in case you have a history of alcohol abuse
you have allergies to medicines, its components, foods, or other essences;
you have a history of heart problems (e.g., congestive heart failure), swelling of your hands or feet, mental/mood problems, suicidal thoughts or attempts, convulsions, glaucoma, low blood pressure, giddiness while standing up, an eczema-like eruption, or kidney or liver troubles;
you have a history of suicidal thoughts or attempts, bipolar problems, or any other mental disorders
you are undergoing electroshock therapy as well as if you are scheduled to have any surgery
Some MEDICINES MAY step into INTERACTION with Anafranil . Please inform your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of these are applicable to you.
Azole antifungals (eg, fluconazole), cimetidine, haloperidol, methylphenidate, phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine), terbinafine, or valproic acid as they may make the risk of Anafranil 's side effects higher
Astemizole, furazolidone, ketolide antibiotics (eg, telithromycin), pimozide, or terfenadine as the cause obvious risk of high blood pressure, severe heart problems (eg, extreme heartbeat), or convulsions may be levelled higher
Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital) or phenytoin because they may make Anafranil 's effectiveness lower
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), or sympathomimetics (eg, phenylephrine) as the risk of their side effects may be raised higher by Anafranil
Clonidine, or guanfacine as their effectiveness may be levelled lower by Anafranil
Probable Side Effects
Please inform your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of these are applicable to you.
constipation; diarrhea; giddiness; somnolence; dry mouth; headache; petulance; appetite loss; emesis; nightmares; sweating; weariness; upset stomach; retching; weakness; overweight or its loss.
Please inform your health care provider immediately in case if any of these austere side effects occur:
severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the thorax; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); changes in vision; changes in sex drive; thorax pain; confusion; low level sexual ability; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever; flushing; frequent or difficult urination; impulsive behavior or other unusual changes in behavior; mental or mood changes (eg, increased anxiety, mood swings, agitation, irritability, nervousness, restlessness); numbness or tingling of the skin; panic attacks; ringing in the ears; seizures; severe dizziness or drowsiness; sore throat; stomach pain; suicidal attempts or thoughts; swelling of the testicles; tremor; trouble sleeping; problems with walking or keeping your balance; convulsions of the face or tongue; uncurbed movements or angularity of arms and legs; uncommon bleeding or bruising; aggravation of depression; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Extra Information
An important note: This medicine is for you only. Sharing this medicine with others is not recommended.
If your symptoms do not show improvement or if they become worse, please consult your health care provider for more info on the issue.