Anafranil Drug Information

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Anafranil is a prescription medicine that is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This eMedTV article explains how Anafranil works to relieve symptoms of OCD, lists potential side effects, and offers tips on taking the medication.

Some of the most common Anafranil side effects can include headaches, fatigue, and changes in sex drive. This eMedTV segment also lists some other side effects of Anafranil, such as hallucinations, that you should report immediately to your doctor.

This eMedTV resource explains that Anafranil is approved for use in treating adults, teenagers, and children who have obsessive-compulsive disorder. This page also outlines some off-label Anafranil uses, such as treating autism and depression.

This eMedTV page explains that the recommended starting Anafranil dosage for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder is 25 mg once a day, preferably at bedtime. This page also covers tips for when and how to take your Anafranil dose.

This eMedTV resource explores potential Anafranil drug interactions with other medications, such as thyroid medications, certain antidepressants, and pressor medications. This page also describes how these interactions can lead to problems.

This eMedTV page examines several Anafranil warnings and precautions, such as an increased risk of suicidal thoughts, potential allergic reactions, and possible pregnancy risks. This page also covers who should not take Anafranil.

An overdose of tricyclic antidepressants, such as Anafranil, can be very dangerous. This portion of the eMedTV library describes some of the symptoms of an Anafranil overdose and outlines some treatment options for a recent overdose.

This eMedTV page explains that generic Anafranil is currently available in three different strengths. This page also covers how the FDA assigned generic Anafranil an "AB" rating, meaning generic Anafranil is equivalent to the brand-name drug.