Anafranil contains the active ingredient clomipramine hydrochloride, which is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is available in capsule form with dosages of 25 mg, 50 mg, and 75 mg for oral administration. Key inactive ingredients include black iron oxide, colloidal silicon dioxide, and gelatin. Anafranil is intended to act as an antiobsessional drug.

How should I use this medication?

Take this medication by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medication with food to avoid stomach upset. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medication more often than directed. Do not stop taking this medication suddenly except upon the advice of your care team. Stopping this medication too quickly may cause serious side effects or your condition may worsen. A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time. Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as 10 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

Where should I keep my medication?

Keep out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible: -Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat -Fever that does not go away, decreased sweating -Heart rhythm changes—fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, chest pain, trouble breathing -Infection—fever, chills, cough, or sore throat -Irritability, confusion, fast or irregular heartbeat, muscle stiffness, twitching muscles, sweating, high fever, seizure, chills, vomiting, diarrhea, which may be signs of serotonin syndrome -Low blood pressure—dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, blurry vision -Low sodium level—muscle weakness, fatigue, dizziness, headache, confusion -Rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes -Seizures -Sudden eye pain or change in vision such as blurry vision, seeing halos around lights, vision loss -Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression -Trouble passing urine Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome): -Change in sex drive or performance -Constipation -Dizziness -Drowsiness -Dry mouth -Hallucinations -Tremors or shaking -Weight gain

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions: -Bipolar disorder -Frequently drink alcohol -Glaucoma -Heart or blood vessel conditions -History of heart attack or stroke -Kidney disease -Liver disease -Schizophrenia -Seizures -Suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempt by you or a family member -Thyroid disease -Trouble passing urine -An unusual or allergic reaction to clomipramine, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives -Pregnant or trying to get pregnant -Breastfeeding

What may interact with this medication?

Do not take this medication with any of the following: -Dronedarone -Linezolid -MAOIs, such as Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate -Methylene blue -Ozanimod -Pimozide -Quinidine -Thioridazine This medication may also interact with the following: -Alcohol -Atropine -Antihistamines for allergy, cough, and cold -Benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam, diazepam, lorazepam -Certain medications for bladder problems, such as oxybutynin or tolterodine -Certain medication for migraines, such as sumatriptan -Certain medications for Parkinson disease, such as benztropine or trihexyphenidyl -Certain medications for seizures, such as phenobarbital or primidone -Certain medications for stomach problems, such as dicyclomine or hyoscyamine -Certain medications for travel sickness, such as scopolamine -Certain other medications for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions -Ipratropium -Medications that cause drowsiness before a procedure, such as propofol -Medications that help you fall asleep -Medications that relax muscles -Opioids -Other medications that cause heart rhythm changes, such as dofetilide -Phenothiazines, such as chlorpromazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine -St. John's wort -Stimulant medications for ADHD, weight loss, or staying awake -Tryptophan

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. It may be some time before you see the benefit from this medication. This medication may cause thoughts of suicide or depression. This includes sudden changes in mood, behaviors, or thoughts. These changes can happen at any time but are more common in the beginning of treatment or after a change in dose. Call your care team right away if you experience these thoughts or worsening depression. This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects. Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your care team if the problem does not go away or is severe. This medication may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses, you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating eye drops may help. See your care team if the problem does not go away or is severe. This medication will cause constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 3 days, call your care team. This medication can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps, tanning beds, or tanning booths.

What are the most serious risks of this medication?

This medication may increase thoughts of suicide. This may be more common in children, teenagers, and young adults. The risk may increase after first starting the medication and after dose changes. Talk to your care team right away if you have changes in mood and behavior or thoughts of self-harm or suicide.