Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tofranil as follows: Tofranil can also induce retention of urine in the bladder and difficulty with emptying the bladder and so, must be avoided/administered with caution in individuals with history of difficulty passing urine.  Individuals with history of retention of urine and frequent urinary tract infections must be aware of this side-effect, as Tofranil can exacerbate this condition significantly. Observing compliance with proper hydration measures, [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tofranil as follows: Individuals with complaint of dehydration, secondary to history of diarrhea, vomiting, or poor fluid intake, can suffer electrolyte disturbances and be more prone to develop arrhythmias with Tofranil. Electrolyte disturbances, such as, low potassium and magnesium levels, secondary to diuretic pill intake, can also act as a precipitating factor for cardiac arrhythmias with Tofranil. Observing compliance with recommended hydration measures can help [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tofranil as follows: Tofranil takes some time to fairly balance the chemicals in the brain, before any improvement in mood and behavior are noted. It could take about 3 - 6 weeks to see this change in mood. So, do not discontinue taking the medication without consulting your physician, as you failed to see the improvement with depressive symptoms immediately after taking the medication. Tofranil [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tofranil as follows: Notify your doctor of any unresolved and worsening anxiety and depressive symptoms or continuing unpleasant side-effects, so that, your dosage on the medication could be revised. As the balance between the chemicals in the brain has to be finely regulated to help relieve the anxiety and depressive symptoms and experience feelings of well-being, the dose of Tofranil also needs to be finely [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tofranil as follows: Tofranil intake can result in pupillary dilation and obstruction to the flow of aqueous humor in the eye, and consequent increase in intraocular pressure, thus leading to glaucoma. Individuals can present with eye pain, headache, and blurred vision with haloes around light. Observe compliance with any periodical vision exams recommended. Report any eye pain and changes with vision, while taking Tofranil, to [...]