Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Imipramine as follows: Serotonin syndrome Imipramine use, especially along with a few other antidepressants, such as, citalopram, fluoxetine, and sertraline, can significantly increase the serotonin levels in the body and lead to development of serotonin syndrome. Individuals can present with mania, excitement, hallucinations, agitation, insomnia, pounding heartbeat, very rapid heart rate, overactive reflexes, and diarrhea. Central nervous system side effects Imipramine can induce some dizziness and [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Imipramine as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects                                                                                                             Imipramine use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking dose of imipramine with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Imipramine can also induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic relief [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Imipramine as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Imipramine use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with imipramine, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take Imipramine as follows: Take this medication as ordered by your physician. Take the medication dose for the duration prescribed without fail. Observe compliance with the timing of dose intake, by having the medication dose at the same time every day. This helps to avoid forgetting the intake of medication and maintain therapeutic levels of the antidepressant medication in the blood. Maintain strict compliance with regards to dosage and [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of imipramine as follows: Major depression Imipramine, by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin and noradrenaline, enhances the actions of these chemicals in the nerve cells. This helps with improved communication, appropriate desired nerve stimulation, thus contributing to controlling symptoms of depression, such as, disturbed sleep, diminishing appetite, compromised energy levels, exhaustion, and lack of interest in activities of daily living. Schizophrenia and psychosis Imipramine can be used to control [...]