Formulation:
Tablet
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Manufacturer:
Aventis Pharmaceuticals, Novopharm
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Alternate Names:Norpramin (desipramine)
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What is Norpramin (desipramine) used for? |
Norpramin (desipramine) is used for the treatment of depression
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When should Norpramin (desipramine) not be taken?
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Do not take Norpramin (desipramine) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Norpramin (desipramine) or to similar medications. |
What precautions should I follow when taking Norpramin (desipramine) ?
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Before using Norpramin (desipramine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking or planning to take any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition if you have high blood pressure |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Norpramin (desipramine)?
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Extreme drowsiness and other potentially serious effects can result if Norpramin (desipramine) is combined with alcohol or other depressants, including narcotic painkillers such as Percocet and Demerol, sleeping medications such as Halcion and Nembutal, and tranquilizers such as Valium and Xanax. |
What are the side effects of Norpramin (desipramine)?
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Most severe: Palpitations, purplish spots on the skin, rapid heartbeat, restlessness, ringing in the ears, seizures, sensitivity to light, skin itching and rash, sore throat, stomach pain, stroke, sweating, swelling due to fluid retention (especially in face or tongue), swelling of testicles, swollen glands, tingling, numbness and pins and needles in hands and feet, tremors, urinating at night, visual problems, vomiting, weakness, weight gain or loss, worsening of psychosis, yellowed skin and whites of eyes
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Most common: Abdominal cramps, agitation, anxiety, black tongue, black, red, or blue spots on skin, blurred vision, breast development in males, breast enlargement in females, confusion, constipation, delusions, diarrhea, dilated pupils, disorientation, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, excessive or spontaneous flow of milk, fatigue, fever, flushing, frequent urination or difficulty or delay in urinating, hallucinations, headache, heart attack, heartbeat irregularities, hepatitis, high or low blood pressure, high or low blood sugar, hives, impotence, increased or decreased sex drive, inflammation of the mouth, insomnia, intestinal blockage, lack of coordination, light-headedness (especially when rising from lying down), loss of appetite, loss of hair, mild elation, nausea
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Other: Nightmares, odd taste in mouth, painful ejaculation,
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How should I take Norpramin (desipramine)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Norpramin (desipramine) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Norpramin (desipramine) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Norpramin (desipramine). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.
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How should Norpramin (desipramine) be stored?
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Store Norpramin (desipramine) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Norpramin (desipramine), please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. Norpramin (desipramine) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Norpramin (desipramine). If you have any questions about Norpramin (desipramine), ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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