How does Apo-Clomipramine (Clomipramine HCL) work:

Apo-Clomipramine (Clomipramine HCL) is prescribed to help treat various different conditions such as mental conditions like panic disorder, depression, and OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), as well as physical conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Apo-Clomipramine belongs to a group of medication known as tricyclic antidepressants and works by altering levels of certain chemicals present in the brain and restoring normal balance.

Dosage & Administration:

Correct dosage will vary depending on your specific circumstances. Always consult your physician and strictly follow all directions provided.

Typical dosages can be from 25mg to 100mg per day. The maximum recommended dosage in any 24 hour period is 250mg.

Swallow the tablet(s) whole, without chewing, splitting, breaking, or dissolving in water.

Patients using Apo-Clomipramine should have their progress closely monitored for at least 12 weeks to ensure it remains safe to for their use.

Side Effects:

Common side effects which normally require no medical attention include those listed below. Inform your physician promptly if any persist, worsen, or become at all worrying.

• nausea
• stomach pains
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation
• weight changes
• loss of appetite
• unusual taste
• dry mouth
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• tiredness
• restlessness
• anxiety
• difficulty concentrating
• blurry vision
• insomnia
• nightmares
• abnormal sweatiness
• loss of sex drive
• impotence

More serious side effects which will require medical care are listed below. If you notice any these side effects inform your physician as soon as you can.

• pains in your arms, chest, shoulder(s), or chest
• severe or persistent nausea
• severe headaches
• severe sweatiness
• sudden numbness or weakness on one side
• confusion
• severe changes to your vision/speech/balance
• fever symptoms
• changes to your heartbeat or heart-rate
• stiff muscles
• unexplained bruising or bleeding
• increased urination
• mood changes

If you suffer an allergic reaction, seek immediate emergency medical attention. Signs of a reaction can include difficulty breathing, a tight chest, swelling, skin rashes, or hives.

Precautions:

Apo-Clomipramine is not suitable for all patients. Before using, always discuss the risks with your physician. Always disclose if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to conceive, and details of any allergies you have.

Disclose details of any other drugs of any kind you are taking. This includes all prescription medicines, non-prescriptions medicines, supplements, vitamins, recreational drugs, and narcotics.

It is also important you disclose full details of any other medical conditions you suffer from and any notable medical history. Examples of conditions which should be disclosed are heart conditions, seizures, strokes, depression, kidney conditions, liver conditions, thyroid conditions, eye conditions, and urination conditions.