Tofranil
Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting), Bulimia Nervosa, Panic Disorder + 3 more
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Tofranil
Treatment for
Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting)
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
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 - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular
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 - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular
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 - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular
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 - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular
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 - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular
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 - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, sugar coated, Tablet, sugar coated - Oral, Injection, solution, Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intramuscular
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
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
63 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2
Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting)
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Depression
300 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 3
Bulimia Nervosa
0 Actively Recruiting
Panic Disorder
13 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
5
Patient Review
11/18/2013
Tofranil for Problems with Bladder Control
5
Patient Review
11/6/2015
Tofranil for Panic Disorder
4.7
Patient Review
2/9/2013
Tofranil for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
4.3
Patient Review
3/6/2014
Tofranil for Depression
3.7
Patient Review
5/22/2012
Tofranil for Anxious
1
Patient Review
10/10/2016
Tofranil for Bedwetting
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."
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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."
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