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Tofranil is a tertiary amine tricyclic which is a kind of tricyclic type drug (serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibiting drug, atypical anti-psychotic drug).

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Brands

Ethipramine

Generic Drug

Imipramine

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Feeling anxious
Tremor
Increased appetite
Drowsiness
Itching or burning
Restlessness
Weight gain
Itchy rash
Confusion
Dizziness
Poor coordination
Heart palpitations
Numbness or tingling
Paresthesia
Loss of strength
Blurred vision
Disorientation
Gynecomastia
Loss of coordination
Shaking hands or tremor
Itchy skin
Enlarged male breasts
Cloudy or blurred vision

Serious

Balance problems
Suicidal thoughts
Low blood pressure on standing
Hallucinations

Treats

Depression
Condition
Chronic pain syndrome
Condition
Clinical depression
Condition
Overactive bladder
Condition

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