Clofranil, Clomipramine

Clofranil is used in the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders and phobias.

Clofranil's mode of action involves causing an increase in the levels of serotonin, Clofranil regulates and increases the amount of circulating serotonin available in the brain, Serotonin works to stimulate other neurons in the brain that stimulates mood and physical symptoms in depression. Clofranil works by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brainwhich it achieves by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin.Altering the balance of the chemicals in the brain can help with the symptoms of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders and phobias and restore normal daily routine.

Patients who take Clofranil may suffer from such side effects;

Sleepiness,
Blurred vision,
Constipation,
Orthostatic hypotension,
Weight gain,
Increased heart rate,
Dry mouth.
Difficulty in urination