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Side effect(s) of Clomipramine


Review the side-effects of Clomipramine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Body as a Whole
- Fatigue, increased or decreased weight, flushing, chest pain, fever, chills, allergy and weakness.

   Central Nervous System
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, faintness, nervousness, tiredness, confusion, difficulty in sleeping, decreased sexual ability, decreased memory or concentration, headache, speech disorder and emotional lability.

   Gastrointestinal
- Dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, tooth disorder, difficulty in swallowing, nausea and vomiting.

   Heart
- Low blood pressure, palpitation, fast heart rate and fainting.

   Respiratory
- Inflammation of upper respiratory tract, cough, asthma and difficulty in breathing.

   Genitourinary
-Common- Urinating disorder, urinary tract infection, urinary frequency/retention, painful urination and bladder inflammation.

   Female
: Painful menstrual period, vaginal inflammation, absence of menstrual period, breast pain and white discharge.

   Male
: Impotence.

   Eye and ENT
- Abnormal vision, taste perversion, ringing in the ear, dilatation of pupil, unequal size of the pupils.

   Musculoskeletal
- Muscle/joint pain, back pain and muscle weakness.

   Blood
- Anemia and bruising.

   Metabolic
- Increased thirst.

Other Precautions :

Do not allow anyone else to take this medication.

Drug Name : Clomipramine

Clomipramine(Anafranil) generic is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA), prescribed for obsessive-compulsive disorder. It increases the amount of serotonin that needs to maintain mental balance.


Trade Names for Clomipramine

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International :


Anafranil
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