Anafranil (Clomipramine)

Description

Anafranil is a prescription medication for OCD treatment, and it is formulated to reduce obsessive thoughts and the compulsion to do things repeatedly that is standard with obsessive compulsive disorder. Anafranil is a tricyclic antidepressant medication that works by balancing neurotransmitter levels in the brain. Like some of the other types of medication of similar kind, it usually takes a few weeks for the medication to start producing positive affects for the person, and their Anafranil dosage will be based on the severity of the disorder based on an overweight medical professional’s patient assessment.

You can buy Anafranil online with a doctor’s prescription, and the best price on it will be when you order medication online from Canada Drugs Direct.

Directions

The standard Anafranil dosage is one capsule once a day with or without food. It is best to take this OCD treatment medication in the evening.

Continue to take your medication even if you feel better and are not experiencing OCD symptoms as strongly as before.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Anafranil is Clomipramine.

Cautions

Tell your doctor if you have any history of blood problems like purpura or thrombocytopenia, breathing problems like asthma or chronic bronchitis, personal or family history of closed-angle glaucoma (, eating disorders like bulimia, heart problems like arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, or heart attack, intestinal problems like chronic constipation or ileus, liver problems, kidney problems, personal or family history of other mental or mood conditions, history of hospitalization for a very serious reaction to certain medications, heartburn / stomach acid in the esophagus due to hiatal hernia, seizures, hyperthyroidism, trouble urinating, or any condition that may increase your risk of seizures before beginning on Anafranil.

Do not eat grapefruits or drink grapefruit juice when taking Anafranil.

This medication may cause a heart condition called QT Prolongation that affects heart rhythm. This is increasingly common in older people using the medication.

Anafranil may cause temporary vision problems, dizziness, or light-headedness. If experienced, avoid alcohol or other intoxicant substances and choose not to drive or operate machinery.

Tell your doctor if you have scheduled surgery coming up before beginning on this medication.

Do not use Anafranil if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless your doctor approves of it.

Interactions

There is the possibility of drug interaction risks between Anafranil and certain Rx medications, OTC health supplements, and recreational drugs. These include anticholinergics like atropine, belladonna alkaloids, scopolamine, high blood pressure drugs like clonidine or guanethidine, cisapride, digoxin, thyroid supplements, valproic acid, drugs, anti-platelet drugs including aspirin or NSAIDs like ibuprofen, MAO inhibitor drugs like isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, or tranylcypromine, antidepressant drugs like fluoxetine, paroxetine, duloxetine, and venlafaxine, OTC herbal health supplement St. John’s Wort, and street drugs like MDMA.

You should tell you doctor of all medications you are currently taking before getting a prescription and proceeding to buy Anafranil online.

Side Effects

Anafranil side effects are uncommon, but some people may experience dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, changes in appetite or weight, flushing, sweating, tiredness, blurred vision, or increased anxiety. If Anafranil side effects are seen, you should discontinue use and meet with you doctor again to discuss other OCD treatment medication options.