Generic for Anafranil for Obsessive compulsive disorder - Drug Information

Generic Name - Clomipramine

Category - Anti-Depressants

Indications

Obsessive Compulsive disorder.
Generic Anafranil is used to reduce the anxiety and unpleasant thoughts that cause obsessive and compulsive behaviors such as repeating an ordinary task many times, and help the person to lead a more normal lifestyle.Clomipramine (Generic Anafranil) works by raising levels ofnorepinephrine (a neurotransmitter) to normal levels. Norepinephrine helps in mobilization of the body's resources in order to meet the stressful challenge- termed the flight or fight syndrome.

Generic for Anafranil Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Anafranil is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to clomipramine or other tricyclic antidepressants.
Generic Anafranil should not be taken by patients who havehad a recentproblem related to-

Narrow angle-glaucoma
Heart attack
Blood Cell disorder
Active bone marrow depression.

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Anafranil.It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

MAOinhibitors
Barbiturate medicines
Cimetidine and ranitidine
Clonidine
Diltiazem
Female hormones (including contraceptives)
Lithium
Diazepam or temazepam
Medicines for colds and breathing difficulties
Medicines for hay fever other allergies
Medicines for psychotic disturbances
Medicines related to Parkinson's disease or for gastointestinal problems
Medicines that treat depression
Seizure (convulsion) or epilepsy medicine
Thyroid hormones
Phenothiazines
ACE inhibitors

Generic for Anafranil Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericAnafranil
Treatment with Generic Anafranil should be initiated at a dosage of 25 mg daily and gradually increased, as tolerated, to approximately 100 mg during the first 2 weeks.

Generic for Anafranil Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Anafranil side Effects include an irregular heartbeat, backache, breast tenderness, changes in appetite or weight, chest pain, confusion, constipation and decreased hearing.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Anafranil.

Generic for Anafranil and Pregnancy

Generic Anafranil is not recommended to be used during pregnancy.Studies indicate that some babies born to women who took Generic Anafranil have had withdrawal symptoms such as jitteriness, tremors and seizures.

Generic for Anafranil and Breastfeeding

Because Generic Anafranil appears in breast milk, it is best to talk to your doctor and discuss alternatives.

Generic for Anafranil and Pediatric

Generic Anafranil when used for treatment in pediatric patients requires close observation. The safety and effectiveness in children below 10 years of age have not been established.

Generic for Anafraniland Geriatric

Studies conducted so far have not identified any unusual age-related adverse events in the elderly patients. Because, elderly patients are more likely to have age-relatedconcomitant systemic illness, recommend medical advice before use of Generic Anafranil.

Note

The above information about Generic Anafranil serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment.Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.