| What is Clomipramine?
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Clomipramine is used to treat people who suffer from obsessions and compulsions. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Clomipramine?
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Clomipramine side effects may include abdominal pain, abnormal dreaming, abnormal tearing, abnormal milk secretion, agitation, allergy, anxiety, appetite loss, back pain, chest pain, confusion, constipation, coughing, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, dry mouth, extreme sleepiness, failure to ejaculate, fast heartbeat, fatigue, fever, flushing, fluttery heartbeat, frequent urination, gas, headache, hot flushes, impotence, inability to concentrate, increased appetite, increased sweating, indigestion, inflamed lining of nose or sinuses, itching, joint pain, light-headedness on standing up, memory problems, menstrual pain and disorders, middle ear infection (children), migraine, muscle pain or tension, nausea, nervousness, pain, rash, red or purple areas on the skin, ringing in the ears, sex-drive changes, sleeplessness, sleep disturbances, sore throat, speech disturbances, taste changes, tingling or pins and needles, tooth disorder, tremor, twitching, urinary problems, urinary tract infection, vision problems, vomiting, weight gain, weight loss (children), yawning
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If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. |
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| How is Clomipramine taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Clomipramine provided by your doctor. Take
Clomipramine with meals, at first, to avoid stomach upset. After your regular dosage has been established, you can take 1 dose at
bedtime to avoid sleepiness during the day. This medicine may cause dry mouth. Hard candy, chewing gum, or bits of ice may relieve this problem.
If you miss a dose and you take 1 dose at bedtime, consult your doctor. Do not take the missed dose in the morning. If you take 2 or more doses a day, take
the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular
schedule. Do not take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Clomipramine with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Clomipramine. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Clomipramine with barbiturates, certain blood pressure drugs, cimetidine,
digoxin, drugs that ease spasms, flecainide, methylphenidate, major tranquilizers,
MAO inhibitors, phenytoin, propafenone, quinidine, serotonin-boosting drugs,
thyroid medications, tranquilizers, or warfarin. |
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| How should I store Clomipramine?
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Store Clomipramine at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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