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Imipramine is the trade name of a prescription drug containing imipramine hydrochloride as the active component. Another medication containing this same active ingredient is Tofranil. Imipramine is a tricyclic (member of dibenzapine group of compounds) antidepressant used in the treatment of depression in adults and bedwetting in children. Imipramine is manufactured in Canada and is available as oral tablets in a pack size of 100 tablets.
Imipramine hydrochloride is a salt of imipramine. It has been hypothesized that it blocks the uptake of norepinephrine at nerve endings hence potentiating adrenergic synapses, and it functions differently in managing depression or bedwetting in children.
Imipramine is used in the treatment of depression in adults and bedwetting in children.
There are a few generic brands for the oral tablets of Imipramine. Imipramine is also a generic and is very much effective as the originator. Read more about Generic and Brand-name medications here.
Your doctor will always decide on the best dose of tablets that is suitable for you. Always remember to your medication as instructed by the doctor. The doctor normally starts the treatment at a lower dose and gradually increase to a well-tolerated dose.
Imipramine should be swallowed whole with water.
Do not take alcohol with this imipramine
Adults: the recommended dose is 75 mg per day, in divided doses. It cab gradually be increased to a max of 200 mg per day.
Elderly: for patients that are 60 years of age and over, the dose will start at 10 mg a day and may be increased to a max of 30-50 mg a day in divided doses.
Children aged 6 or over: The recommended dose is between 25 – 75 mg at bedtime. The weight of the child is taken into account when deciding a proper dose. The dose can be gradually reduced and treatment should not last more than 3 months.
Some of the side effects of Imipramine include:
These may not be all the side effects of “Imipramine”.
Do NOT take Imipramine if you
Allergic or hypersensitive to imipramine or any of the ingredients used in the formulation of Imipramine.
Imipramine is contraindicated in myocardial infarction (acute recovery period).
There might be cross sensitivity between imipramine and other dibenzapine compounds.
Psychosis may be activated in schizophrenic patients using imipramine and may necessitate the addition of phenothiazine and reduction in dosage.
Administration of electroshock concurrently with imipramine therapy may be fatal, such treatment should only be done if it is seriously necessary.
Photosensitivity patients on imipramine should avoid excessive exposure to sunlight
Diabetic patients showed be monitored closely as imipramine has been proven to increase/lower sugar levels.
Renal and hepatic function, imipramine should be used with caution in patients who have this diseases.
Imipramine should be discontinued in for the duration of an elective surgery.
Taking Imipramine with certain drugs can either potentiate their effects in the body or nullify them, it may affect the manner in which these drugs work or vice versa. Therefore you should know the medicines you take and always remember to tell your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you are prescribed new medicine. Below are some examples of medicines that may interact with Imipramine when used together.
This list is not complete so always find out with your doctor if the current medication you taking can interfere with Imipramine.
Imipramine is an FDA approved drug for use in the treatment of depression in adults and bedwetting in children.
Imipramine works by increasing the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine (chemicals in the brain) in the brain, hence elevating a patient’s mood.
Store away from direct sunlight and heat.
Store at room temperature between 15˚C-30˚C.
Do not store in a humid place (bathroom).
Keep in a well closed container.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not use tablets after the expiration date indicated on the label or pack.
Imipramine is used in the treatment of depression in adults and bedwetting in children.
You can buy Imipramine from us with a valid prescription.
Yes, there are a few generic brands for the oral tablets of Imipramine. Imipramine is also a generic and is very much effective as the originator
NO it is not called by a different name.
Your doctor will always decide on the best dose of tablets that is suitable for you. Always remember to the medication as instructed by the doctor. The doctor normally starts the treatment at a lower dose and gradually increase to a well-tolerated dose.
Imipramine should be swallowed whole with water.
Do not take alcohol with this imipramine
For depressive illness
Adults: the recommended dose is 75 mg per day, in divided doses. It cab gradually be increased to a max of 200 mg per day.
Elderly: for patients that are 60 years of age and over, the dose will start at 10 mg a day and may be increased to a max of 30-50 mg a day in divided doses.
For bedwetting
Children aged 6 or over: The recommended dose is between 25 – 75 mg at bedtime. The weight of the child is taken into account when deciding a proper dose. The dose can be gradually reduced and treatment should not last more than 3 months.
Note: your doctor might recommend a dose different from the above dose, do not try and change the directions issued to you by the doctor.
Imipramine is used in the treatment of depression in adults and bedwetting in children.
If you accidentally overdose on Imipramine, seek immediate medical advice or call the Poison Helpline at 1-800-222-1222.
Children are more sensitive than adults in acute over dosage of imipramine therefore any small amount of over dose should be considered serious and fatal.
Take a dose as soon as you remember, however if you remember just an hour or two before the next dose, only take one dose. Never try to double up on the doses.