Anafranil
Clomipramine 10mg, 25mg and 50mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, phobic states and cataplexy.
- Category
- Antidepressants
- Active ingredient
- Clomipramine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 10 · 25 · 50mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Anafranil on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Obsessive-compulsive Disorder · Major Depressive Disorder · Phobic States · Cataplexy Associated with Narcolepsy
- Therapeutic class
- Tricyclic Antidepressant
- Pharmacological class
- TCA
- Contraindications
- recent myocardial infarction; maois
- Precautions and warnings
- sedative effects; avoid rapid discontinuation
- Minor side effects
- dry mouth; drowsiness; constipation
- Moderate side effects
- blurred vision; urinary retention; weight gain
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; maois; cimetidine
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
Serious side effects
arrhythmia, requires immediate medical attention; seizures, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Clomipramine 10mg, 25mg and 50mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, phobic states and cataplexy.
Mechanism of action
Clomipramine inhibits the neuronal reuptake of noradrenaline and serotonin, which helps balance neurotransmitter levels to alleviate symptoms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Consult doctor before use in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Anafranil features clomipramine, a treatment indicated for Obsessive-compulsive Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder and Phobic States. The medication is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 10, 25 and 50mg.
Buying Anafranil online
Generic clomipramine, much of which is manufactured in India, offers a more affordable alternative to the original brand for expats and patients located in areas that may have limited access to specific medications. This treatment should be used under a doctor’s care to monitor its effectiveness.
Is the Anafranil sold here the branded version?
No. Anafranil is the originator brand name, made by Novartis, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (clomipramine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Anafranil priced?
Anafranil comes in 10, 25 and 50mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What does Anafranil treat?
Anafranil contains clomipramine, used for obsessive-compulsive disorder, major depressive disorder, phobic states and cataplexy associated with narcolepsy. Clomipramine inhibits the neuronal reuptake of noradrenaline and serotonin, which helps balance neurotransmitter levels to alleviate symptoms.
When does Anafranil start working?
Clomipramine usually starts to work within 2 to 4 weeks. It varies from person to person.
Does Anafranil have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of clomipramine are dry mouth, drowsiness and constipation. Less common ones include blurred vision, urinary retention and weight gain. Serious but less common side effects include arrhythmia and seizures, which need urgent medical attention.
Is it OK to drink alcohol while taking Anafranil?
Alcohol can interact with clomipramine, so check with a doctor or pharmacist before you drink while taking Anafranil. It can also interact with MAOIs and cimetidine.
Is Anafranil available over the counter in Thailand?
Yes. In Thailand clomipramine is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Anafranil to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Anafranil is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Novartis and do not ship the original Anafranil.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Clomipramine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.