Anafranil Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Anafranil Dosage & How to Take
Anafranil Side Effects
Anafranil Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Anafranil with Other Drugs
Anafranil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Anafranil
Anafranil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Anafranil Benefits & Uses

Anafranil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Anafranil 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: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Anafranil Related Warnings

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.

Moderate
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.

Severe
What is the effect of Anafranil on the Kidneys?

Using Anafranil does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Anafranil on the Liver?

Side effects of Anafranil rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Anafranil on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Anafranil on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Anafranil with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Linezolid

Clonidine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Amiodarone

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Phenylephrine

Anafranil Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Suicidal Tendency
Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorder
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Anafranil

Is this Anafranil habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Anafranil has not been reported.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Anafranil should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Yes, taking Anafranil can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Anafranil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Anafranil

Taking Anafranil with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Anafranil

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

Severe