Opipramol Benefits & Uses

Opipramol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Depression

Opipramol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 50 - 300 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 50 - 300 mg/day

Opipramol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Opipramol is used -

Common

Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Nasal congestion
Decreased blood pressure

Opipramol Related Warnings

Is the use of Opipramol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Opipramol. It is best to stop taking Opipramol immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Opipramol safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Opipramol. Immediately discontinue Opipramol if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Opipramol on the Kidneys?

Opipramol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Opipramol on the Liver?

Opipramol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Opipramol on the Heart?

Opipramol is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Opipramol with Other Drugs

Opipramol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenobarbital

Pentobarbitone

Pentobarbitone Tablet

Diazepam

Opipramol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opipramol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Epilepsy

Frequently asked Questions about Opipramol

Is this Opipramol habit forming or addictive?

Opipramol is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Opipramol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Opipramol only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, Opipramol is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Opipramol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Opipramol

Taking Opipramol with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Opipramol

Consuming Opipramol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe