Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's

Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called 'antidepressant' used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, panic and anxiety disorder. OCD is a mental disorder with symptoms such as excessive thoughts or ideas (obsessions), leading to repetitive behaviours (compulsions). Depression is a mood disorder associated with symptoms such as sadness, unable to sleep properly or enjoy life as you used to do. Panic or anxiety disorder is linked to anxiety with sudden feelings of unnecessary fear or worries even when there is no danger in reality.

Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's contains Clomipramine which works by increasing the activity of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers) in the brain involved in regulating mood, behaviour and emotions. Thereby, Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's helps relieve depression, lighten the mood and relieve anxiety symptoms such as fear and panic.

Take Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's with food as prescribed by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dizziness, headache, drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, weight gain, increased sweating, constipation, shaking, blurred vision, erectile dysfunction or difficulty in urination. Most of these side effects of Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 17 years of age. Avoid taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant as it may cause harm to the foetus. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's as it may be excreted in human milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. If you have any self-harming or suicidal thoughts before taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's, inform your doctor as they may worsen in the initial days of taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's.

Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's contains Clomipramine, an antidepressant used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, and panic disorder. Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's increases the activity of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers) in the brain that are involved in regulating mood, behavior, and emotions. Thereby, Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's helps in relieving depression, lighten the mood and relieve anxiety symptoms such as fear and panic. Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's in combination with other medicines may be used to treat cataplexy (a disorder that causes muscle weakness) which usually affects people suffering from narcolepsy (uncontrollable sleepiness during daytime).

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Nausea
• Weight gain
• Increased sweating
• Constipation
• Shaking
• Blurred vision
• Erectile dysfunction
• Difficulty in urination

If you are allergic to Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 17 years of age. Avoid taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant as it may cause harm to the fetus. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's as Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's may be excreted in human milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of low sodium levels in the blood.  If you have any self-harming or suicidal thoughts before taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's, inform your doctor as they may worsen in the initial days of taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's. Do not take Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as moclobemide, tranylcypromine and phenelzine used to treat depression as it may cause severe adverse effects. Also, avoid taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's with buprenorphine as it may cause a serious life-threatening condition. If you have fits, low blood pressure, mania, glaucoma, difficulty in urination, a blood disorder, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland), severe constipation, pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland), low potassium levels in blood, kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's.

• SELEGILINE
• LEVODOPA
• PENTAMIDINE
• RIFAMPICIN
• PIMOZIDE
• BUPRENORPHINE
• MORPHINE
• CODEINE
• WARFARIN
• MOCLOBEMIDE
• PHENELZINE
• TRANYLCYPROMINE
• FLUVOXAMINE
• FLUOXETINE
• AMITRIPTYLINE
• SERTRALINE
• VENLAFAXINE
• DOTHIEPIN
• LITHIUM
• PHENYTOIN
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• PHENOBARBITAL
• VALPROATE
• ASPIRIN
• CIMETIDINE
• FUROSEMIDE
• TERFENADINE
• RESERPINE
• GUANETHIDINE
• CLONIDINE
• ISOPRENALINE
• AMIODARONE
• QUINIDINE
• DISOPYRAMIDE
• PROCAINAMIDE
• EPINEPHRINE
• DILTIAZEM
• VERAPAMIL
• RITONAVIR
• INDINAVIR
• MAPROTILINE
• BETANIDINE

• Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's to monitor liver and heart functioning.
• Regular dental check-ups are also advised while taking Clonil 10 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause dry mouth, which may increase the risk of tooth decay.

• Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid fried foods, high-fat dairy products, pastries, and processed foods as they may worsen anxiety. Include foods rich in omega fatty acids such as fish, nuts, fresh fruits, vegetables, and olive oils.
• Neurotransmitters are made up of amino acids. Amino acid-rich foods such as meat, dairy products, and certain fruits and vegetables help in proper maintenance of neurotransmitters.
• Complex carbohydrates help in stimulating serotonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter). These include whole grains, legumes, spinach, broccoli, oranges, and pears.
• Exercising helps in the production of the body’s natural antidepressants. It also helps in relieving stress, improving mood, boosting self-esteem, and providing restful sleep.
• Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.
• Regularly attend therapy sessions.
• Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.