Opipramol
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Anxiety Disorder, Somatoform Disorders |
| Therapy | Anti-Anxiety |
| Side Effects | Fatigue, Dry mouth, Low blood pressure, Dizziness, Constipation |
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Molecule Description
Opipramol is used for the treatment of anxiety disorder. It helps mood elevation by increasing specific chemical messengers. It is also prescribed to reduce symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It reduces the feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and sleep problems, which often accompany anxiety disorder. It helps to go about daily activities more easily.
Uses
- Treatment of anxiety disorder
- Treatment of somatoform disorders
Contraindications
When should one not use Opipramol
- If you are consuming Clomipramine or Tricyclic Antidepressants
- If you are consuming Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors (e.g. selegiline hydrochloride)
- If you are consuming Pimozide
- If you are allergic to opipramol or any other component of this medicine
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Low blood pressure
- Dizziness
- Constipation
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have conditions like seizure disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, cardiovascular disorders.
- You conceive or are planning a pregnancy during the course of the medication.
- You want to discontinue the medicine. Do not abruptly stop taking Opipramol.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Opipramol increases the level of certain chemical messengers in the brain. It helps in regulating mood. Opipramol subdues anxiety and gloomy thoughts in the brain.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Beta-blockers
- SSRIs
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
- Quinidine
- Phenothiazines
- Anticonvulsants
- Opipramol may cause an interaction if consumed with any of the medicines mentioned above. The interaction between these two medicines can cause an adverse effect on the body. Additionally, in some cases, these medicines interact with each other decreasing the effectiveness of either.
Interactions with food items
- No major known food interactions have been established with this medication. It may be better to consume Opipramol with food.
Dosage
Overdose
There could be adverse symptoms of overdose of Opipramol. In case of an overdose, call the emergency medical helpline. Some of the symptoms of overdose are restlessness, dry mouth, hot dry skin, dilated pupils, convulsions and irregular heartbeat or breathing pattern.
Missed a Dose
It is advisable to take Opipramol according to the prescribed schedule. If you miss a dose then, take the missed dose as soon as possible. But, if it is time for the next dose, skip the dose and continue the regular dosing schedule. Do not consume double doses to make up for missed doses.
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