Tofranil ®
Generic Name: Imipramine (im-IP-ra-meen)
Drug Class: Antidepressant, Tricyclic
Contents
Drug Uses
This medication is used for short-term treatment of various forms of depression
and for chronic neuropathic pain (nerve pain) or to prevent migraine headaches.
Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for other conditions as well.
General Information
This information is for educational purposes only. Not every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction is in this database. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your health care provider.
How it Works
Helps depression by restoring two natural chemicals (serotonin and norephinephrine).
How to Take It
Take this medicine as directed. This medicine is taken orally and can be
taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly without
consulting with your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
- Some common side effects reported with this medicine include:
- drowsiness or dizziness
- dry mouth
- constipation
- nausea
- blurred vision
- headache
- weight gain
Warnings/Precautions
- This medicine should NOT be used by those:
- having taken MAO inhibitors in the last two weeks
- with narrow angle glaucoma
- with irregular heart beat
- Elderly patients generally should avoid it because of an increase in
dizziness and falls.
- This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Alcoholic beverages
can increase the side effects of this medicine and should be avoided.
Overdose
- Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your
local or regional poison control center.
Drug Interactions
- Possible drug interactions may occur with this medicine and:
- Phenobarbital
- MAO inhibitors (severe)
- Talk with your physician or pharmacist if you are taking other medications.
Missed Dose
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next
dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double
doses.
Storage
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat
and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated
or no longer needed.
Pregnancy/Nursing
For women, it should be avoided during pregnancy and nursing. As with other
medications, if you suspect that you may be pregnant, talk to you physician
or pharmacist before using this medication.
More Information
This medicine may cause depletion of Coenzyme Q10 and vitamin B2. Talk to your
doctor about adding these supplements to your diet.
Copyright © 2004 PharmClips,
Inc. All rights reserved. Information expires March 1, 2005. Published
March 1, 2004.
This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions,
precautions, drug interactions, or adverse effects. This is general
information and should not in any event be construed as specific instructions
for individual patients. The publisher does not accept any responsibility
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