Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Tofranil as follows: Musculoskeletal side effects Tofranil intake carries the risk of lowering the threshold for seizures, thereby, resulting in seizure activity, especially in individuals with history of the same. Tofranil intake can also induce a life-threatening reaction called Neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Individuals taking Tofranil can present with high fever, episodes of confusion, muscle rigidity, elevated blood pressure, and rapid heart rate. Severe cases can present [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Tofranil as follows: Central nervous system side effects Tofranil can induce some dizziness and make one drowsy. Starting the medication at a low dose, watching for the response, and gradually changing the dose, to help optimum control of your symptoms, can contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication. If the dizziness becomes bothersome, report it to your physician and other [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Tofranil as follows: Serotonin syndrome Tofranil 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. Vision changes Tofranil can result in pupillary dilation and obstruction to [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Tofranil as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects                                                                                                             Tofranil use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking dose of Tofranil with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Tofranil 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 Tofranil as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Tofranil 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 Tofranil, 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 [...]