How does imipramine work?
Imipramine has an effect on serotonin, noradrenaline and acethylcholine. These brain chemicals play an important role in mood, emotion, mental state and anxiety; by elevating these brain chemicals, the conditions for which imipramine is indicated, is greatly improved. Fast facts Drug schedule: Schedule 5 Available as : tablets What does it do? Imipramine is an antidepressant, and anti-panic agent Overdose risk: High Dependence risk: Low Available as a generic? Yes Available on prescription only? Yes User information Onset of effect: Antidepressant effect is only evident after 3-6 weeks. Duration of action: As an antidepressant the effects may for as long as 6 weeks after discontinuing drug. Dietary advice: Take imipramine with food to reduce gastrointestinal side effects. Stopping this medicine: Stopping this medication too soon may cause a recurrence of the original symptoms. Always consult your doctor before discontinuing use. Prolonged use: No problem foreseen; tolerance to many sid
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