Clomipramine is used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.

How Clomipramine works

Clomipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.

• It may take 4 to 6 weeks for Clomipramine to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
• It may cause sleepiness. Take it at bedtime and do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Clomipramine as it may cause excessive sleepiness.
• Monitor your weight during the treatment as this medicine can cause weight gain and increased appetite.
• Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.