Tofranil

Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting), Bulimia Nervosa, Panic Disorder + 3 more

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Tofranil

What is Tofranil

Imipramine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Imipramine is an antidepressant medication from the tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) family. It has a positive effect on mood for people with depression, but has little effect on those who are not depressed. Imipramine works by blocking serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake and by blocking certain receptors in the body. It has fewer sedative and anticholinergic effects than other TCAs, such as amitriptyline and clomipramine. Common uses of imipramine include treating depression and bedwetting in children, but it may also be used to treat chronic pain, panic

Tofranil

is the brand name

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Tofranil Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Tofranil

Imipramine

1959

103

Effectiveness

How Tofranil Affects Patients

Imipramine is an antidepressant medication that works by blocking the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. This increases the levels of these neurotransmitters, which helps to improve depressive symptoms. Imipramine has also been shown to increase neurogenesis in the hippocampus, and reduce the downregulation of this neurogenesis caused by stress. It is also thought to cause a decrease in the number of beta-adrenergic receptors in the brain.

How Tofranil works in the body

Imipramine helps to treat depression by stopping the brain from taking back two important chemicals, norepinephrine and serotonin. These chemicals are responsible for stimulating the post-synaptic neuron and when they are slowed down, they stay in the brain longer and produce changes that help relieve the symptoms of depression.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended dosage of Tofranil is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction, including Bedwetting, Bulimia Nervosa and Depression. The measure of dosage is also influenced by the mode of delivery (e.g. Tablet, sugar coated or Tablet, sugar coated - Oral) depicted in the following table.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting)

10.0 mg, , 75.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 25.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral

Neuropathic Pain

10.0 mg, , 75.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 25.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral

Panic Disorder

10.0 mg, , 75.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 25.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral

Bulimia Nervosa

10.0 mg, , 75.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 25.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral

Depression

10.0 mg, , 75.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 25.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

10.0 mg, , 75.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 25.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral

Warnings

Tofranil Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Myocardial Infarction

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Tofranil.

Common Tofranil Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Acepromazine

Major

Imipramine may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Acepromazine.

Aclidinium

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Imipramine is combined with Aclidinium.

Alfuzosin

Major

Imipramine may increase the hypotensive activities of Alfuzosin.

Aminophylline

Major

The metabolism of Aminophylline can be decreased when combined with Imipramine.

Amoxapine

Major

Imipramine may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Amoxapine.

Tofranil Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Imipramine can cause dry mouth, blurry vision, high body temperature, constipation, difficulty urinating, and drowsiness. It can also cause anorexia, nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, strange taste in the mouth, and a black tongue. Rarely, it can cause a decrease in white blood cells, platelets, and red blood cells. When taken by pregnant women, it may cause heart problems, restlessness, muscle spasms, seizures, and difficulty urinating in the baby. Taking imipramine with other drugs that increase serotonin levels can cause serotonin syndrome. The toxic dosage of imipram

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Tofranil Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Tofranil?

At present, 779 active trials are evaluating the potential of Tofranil to mitigate Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa and Depression.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

59 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2

Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting)

2 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Depression

288 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 3

Bulimia Nervosa

0 Actively Recruiting

Panic Disorder

12 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Neuropathic Pain

4 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2

Tofranil Reviews: What are patients saying about Tofranil?

5

Patient Review

6/13/2016

Tofranil for Bedwetting

I gave this to my 8 year old grandson who wet the bed every night, and it worked perfectly. His dad was 5 years old when I used this on him, and it cleared up his problem in just three days.

5

Patient Review

11/18/2013

Tofranil for Problems with Bladder Control

I've been using this medication for a while now to treat my incontinence, and it's worked great! I haven't had any accidents since starting the Tofranil, and bedwetting is no longer an issue. I highly recommend this product.

5

Patient Review

11/6/2015

Tofranil for Panic Disorder

I've taken this medication for over 30 years now to prevent night terrors. My doctor and I have attempted to wean me off of it several times, but each time the night terrors come back. So, as long as it keeps working, I'll keep taking it. It's been a true blessing with no negative side effects.

4.7

Patient Review

2/9/2013

Tofranil for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

My grandson started this treatment for enuresis and ADHD when he was five years old. It worked great at first, but after six months we had to increase the dose to keep the same results. He's doing well now, but I wonder if a child can build up a tolerance to this medication over time.

4.3

Patient Review

3/6/2014

Tofranil for Depression

Tofranil saved my life. After trying and failing to take Zoloft and Lexapro, I started on Tofranil at a low dose of 10mg. Every two days, I increased the dosage by 10mg until I reached 150mg--all taken at night. At first, I experienced dry mouth and blurred vision; however, after just a few weeks, I felt so much better. My depression had lifted, my panic was manageable, and my anxiety was back to normal.

3.7

Patient Review

5/22/2012

Tofranil for Anxious

1

Patient Review

10/10/2016

Tofranil for Bedwetting

I would not recommend this medication to anyone. My son began taking it for bedwetting and very quickly started exhibiting signs of severe emotional distress, including self-harm and outbursts of violence. I contacted his doctor right away and had him taken off the medication.
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Patient Q&A Section about tofranil

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What type of drug is Tofranil?

"In chemistry, generally speaking, organic compounds are any chemical compounds that contain either carbon-hydrogen or carbon-carbon bonds. The reason for this is that carbon has the ability to catenate, or form chains with other carbon atoms. This results in there being millions of known organic compounds."

Answered by AI

What is Tofranil used to treat?

"This medication is typically used to treat depression, but it can also be used in conjunction with other therapies to treat nighttime bed-wetting in children. This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and restore your interest in daily living."

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What does Tofranil do to the brain?

"It is believed that Tofranil elevates mood by increasing the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain."

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Does Tofranil help with anxiety?

"When other stimulants are not effective, Tofranil, a tricyclic antidepressant, may be prescribed. Tofranil can be effective in treating symptoms of ADHD in adults, as well as depression and anxiety that often accompany ADHD."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Tofranil

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Virtual Reality for Depression in Multiple Sclerosis

18+
All Sexes
Ann Arbor, MI

This trial explores the use of immersive virtual reality (VR) nature-based experiences as a supplementary treatment for depression in individuals with progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). This study will evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of at-home VR deployment using the Apple Vision Pro, an advanced device that offers enhanced resolution, immersion, and usability compared to earlier VR systems. The study hypotheses include: * The integration of VR nature-based experiences with standard care will be feasible, acceptable, and will result in greater reductions in depressive symptoms compared to standard care or VR-only interventions. * The integration of VR nature-based experiences with standard care will result in greater reductions in stress and anxiety, better sleep, less insomnia, and improved fatigue compared to standard care alone or VR-only interventions.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

University of Michigan

Hala Darwish, PhD

Apple Inc.

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Mindfulness Training for Depression

18 - 70
All Sexes
Charleston, SC

This NIH-funded single-arm pilot tests the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of embedding brief guided mindfulness practice (via the Healthy Minds smartphone app) into the inter-session intervals of clinically administered accelerated intermittent theta-burst stimulation (aiTBS) for major depressive disorder (MDD). Participants receive aiTBS as standard clinical care at MUSC; the research intervention is daily guided mindfulness practice during the aiTBS course. Outcomes include feasibility/acceptability, changes in state mindfulness and hedonic tone (Day 0 to Day 5), perceived ease of meditation, trait mindfulness at 4 and 12 weeks, and durability of antidepressant response (PHQ-9) at 4 and 12 weeks.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), Brain Stimulation Laboratory Institute of Psychiatry

Clayton Olash, MD

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Web-Based Program for Parenting Stress

18+
All Sexes
Tampa, FL

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the feasibility, usability, and preliminary benefits of implementing ACT Together for parents of children with disabilities in pediatric outpatient clinics. ACT Together includes six self-paced, web-based modules and brief weekly one-on-one coaching sessions led by a trained occupational therapist. The program is based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which teaches practical skills to help people handle stress and difficult thoughts or feelings while taking steps toward what matters to them. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Can parents and occupational therapists complete the study activities as planned (e.g., module completion, coaching sessions, and surveys)? * Is the program usable and acceptable/appropriate/feasible to implement in this setting? * Do parents show improvements in mental health and coping-related outcomes after participating in the program? * What are the experiences and perspectives of parents and therapists regarding the program? Parents as participants will: * Complete six self-paced web-based modules and brief weekly individual coaching sessions with a trained occupational therapist. * Complete online questionnaires before starting and after completing the program. * Take part in one online interview about their experiences and perspectives on the program. Occupational therapists as participants will: * Complete therapist training materials and deliver brief individual coaching sessions to parent participants, including completing a post-session checklist. * Complete brief online questionnaires before starting and after delivering the program. * Take part in one online interview about their experiences and perspectives on the program.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

University of South Florida

Areum Han, PhD

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BEAR Program for Suicidal Thoughts

18 - 75
Female
Stanford, CA

The current study aims to test the feasibility of a new form of group therapy for women who have a history of interpersonal trauma and current suicidal ideation. The Building Empowerment and Resilience (BEAR) Therapeutic group has been adapted for women who have experienced trauma and have current suicidal ideation. It incorporates psychological skills, psychoeducation about trauma and gender-based violence, and physical self-defense training, all within a therapeutic process. It will be implemented with women who have experienced interpersonal trauma (physical, sexual, or emotional abuse/neglect) and experience various mental health difficulties, including suicidal ideation. We aim to assess the feasibility to recruit and implement the BEAR group. Our ultimate aim is to assess whether the program can effect self-efficacy and suicidal ideation.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Stanford University School of Medicine

Jennifer Keller, PhD

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Sleep and Circadian Interventions for Suicide

18 - 25
All Sexes
Pittsburgh, PA

The purpose of this study is to examine the extent to which delivering sleep and circadian focused interventions in addition to evidenced based psychiatric care for depression and suicide risk may contribute to decreasing suicide risk among high risk young adults. Investigators will evaluate three interventions targeting sleep in acutely suicidal college students enrolled in intensive outpatient treatment. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three intervention groups: 1. Triple Chronotherapy (TCT)+ Transdiagnostic Sleep and Circadian Intervention (TSC) 2. Transdiagnostic Sleep and Circadian Intervention (TSC) 3. Sleep Feedback (SF) Participants will be followed for 6 months with primary outcome domains of suicidal thoughts and behaviors and depression evaluated by blinded clinicians at short (Days 1-4 of intervention), medium (2 months) and long (6 month) term intervals.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Western Psychiatric Hospital/University of Pittsburgh

Tina Goldstein, PhD

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WeACT Program for Caregivers of People With Dementia

18+
All Sexes
Tampa, FL

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether WeACT, a self-paced, web-based program, is feasible and helpful for adult family caregivers of a relative living with dementia. WeACT is based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which teaches skills to handle difficult thoughts and feelings and take steps toward what matters most. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Can caregivers complete WeACT as planned? * Do caregivers show improvements in mental health and coping after using WeACT? * What are caregivers' experiences with the program, and what suggestions do they have to improve it? Participants will: * Complete six self-paced weekly online modules and use the daily practice section during the program. * Complete online questionnaires before starting and after completing the program. * Take part in one online interview about their experience.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

University of South Florida

Areum Han

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Psilocybin Therapy for Anxiety and Depression in Cancer

18 - 85
All Sexes
Seattle, WA

This phase II trial tests the safety, side effects and how well group retreat psilocybin therapy works for the treatment of anxiety and depression in patients with solid tumors that have spread from where they first started (primary site) to other places in the body (metastatic) or with hematologic cancers for which no treatment is currently available (incurable). For patients with metastatic, incurable cancer, unrelieved anxiety and existential distress can cause profound suffering. Psilocybin therapy can relieve anxiety and existential distress by disrupting patterns of thinking that contribute to anxiety and depression. Psilocybin is a substance being studied in the treatment of anxiety or depression in patients with cancer. In this study, a pharmaceutical grade of psilocybin will be used that has been approved by the FDA for research, provided by Filament Health. Psilocybin acts on the brain by resetting the brain's activity and increasing connections between brain regions, particularly those involved in mood regulation and self-perception. In this study psilocybin is combined with structured discussions and reflections that enable patients to have new insights about their situation. In a prior study, group retreat psilocybin therapy was proven to be safe and this study tests a refined dosing regimen for symptoms of anxiety and depression in patients with metastatic solid tumors or incurable hematologic malignancies.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Fred Hutch/University of Washington Cancer Consortium

Anthony Back, MD

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Lakota Family Acceptance Program for Depression and Anxiety

Any Age
All Sexes
Pine Ridge, SD

The goal of this open pilot trial (OPT) is to develop a Lakota-adapted Family Acceptance Project (LFAP) for Indigenous 2SLGBTQ+ youth and their caregivers. The OPT is specifically focused on acceptability, feasibility, and safety of programming and research protocols. The investigators will also examine pre- to post- changes on outcomes for the sole purposes of making sure scores on measures are changing in the hypothesized direction (e.g., depression scores are going from moderate to minimal as opposed to no change or depression scores increasing). Once enrolled in the study, participants complete a baseline survey. Then participants will engage in LFAP which is an 8-session group intervention; sessions will be scheduled once a week for eight weeks (at 2 hours per session). Participants will complete survey instruments before and immediately after the program sessions, in addition to post-program surveys and an exit interview.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Wahwala Iyohlogya/Peaceful Means (+1 Sites)

Katie Edwards, PhD

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FRAME for Heart Failure

18+
All Sexes
Cornwall, Canada

Heart failure is a high-risk, chronic condition that impacts patients' mental health. Approximately 50% of heart failure patients experience comorbid mental health conditions, such as stress, depression and anxiety, which affect their day-to-day lives. Despite this interconnection, the integration of mental health awareness and support into cardiac care remains limited. To address this gap, the FRAME (Foundation, Recognition, Awareness, Management, Engagement) intervention was co-designed by researchers, healthcare providers, health system decisionmakers, and patient partners. This pilot study evaluates the feasibility of implementing the FRAME intervention in pilot clinical sites within two health regions in Ontario, Canada, including team-based family medicine clinics, cardiac rehabilitation/specialist clinics, and emergency departments. Utilizing a pretest-posttest hybrid 1 model intervention design, this study evaluates process indicators and patient-focused outcomes through surveys and semi-structured qualitative interviews. Findings from this study will inform a future large scale cohort study and scalable integration of the FRAME tool into existing cardiac care pathways to enhance mental health awareness and support among heart failure patients.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Seaway Valley Community Health Centre (Cardiac Rehab Program) (+8 Sites)

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