Clomfranil

Warnings

Pregnancy
No definite data regarding pregnancy is available, therefore; be cautious. Consult your doctor for further advice.

Lactation
This medicine is contraindicated in nursing females, consult your doctor for further information.

Precautions
Before taking this medicine inform your doctor of complete medical history, especially of: epilepsy (abnormal electrical activity in brain), pheochromocytoma (tumor of adrenal gland), hyperthyroidism (increased thyroid hormones in body), glaucoma, urinary retention, and chronic constipation. Monitor the patients for suicidal tendencies and sudden mood changes. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with recent MI (heart attack), heart block, arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat), hepatic (liver) impairment, glaucoma (high pressure in eye), and porphyria (group of liver diseases negatively affecting skin and nervous system). How does this medicine work? This medicine belongs to the class tricyclic antidepressants. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin, among others) in the brain. Who cannot take this medicine? Patients who are allergic to clomipramine or recently had a heart attack can’t take this medicine. Can I take grapefruit juice with this medicine? Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while being treated with this medication unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. Grapefruit can increase the amount of certain medications in your bloodstream. How long will it take to treat my symptoms? It may take up to 4 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medicine as directed and tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks of treatment.