Precautions and Warnings With Imipramine Hydrochloride

Understanding precautions and warnings with imipramine hydrochloride can ensure a safe treatment process. These include being aware of drug interactions and side effects, as well as using caution while taking it if you have a history of seizures or glaucoma. Precautions and warnings with imipramine hydrochloride also extend to people who have certain allergies, have recently had a heart attack, or have recently taken an MAOI.

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Imipramine Hydrochloride: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking imipramine hydrochloride (Tofranil^®) if you have:

Bipolar disorder or a family history of bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression)
Schizophrenia
A history of suicide attempts or suicidal thoughts
Severe anxiety or agitation
A recent history of heart attack
Heart problems, including heart disease
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
Seizures
An upcoming surgery
Glaucoma
Bladder problems or difficulty passing urine
Diabetes
An enlarged prostate (also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH)
Any allergies, including allergies to foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol regularly.

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you may be taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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