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Anafranil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Anafranil. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Anafranil have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Anafranil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Anafranil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Anafranil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Anafranil related warnings section.
Anafranil is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Suicidal Tendency as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Anafranil have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Anafranil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Anafranil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Anafranil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Anafranil safe for pregnant women?
Anafranil may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Anafranil again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Anafranil safe during breastfeeding?
Anafranil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Anafranil on the Kidneys?
Using Anafranil does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Anafranil on the Liver?
Side effects of Anafranil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Anafranil on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Anafranil on the heart have been reported.
Anafranil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anafranil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anafranil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Anafranil has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Anafranil you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Anafranil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Anafranil can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anafranil
Taking Anafranil with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anafranil
Consuming Anafranil with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Anafranil® (clomipramine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 454, 456, 458, 464