Therapeutic Group

Indication Dosage

Indication:

Imipramine is a medication that is used to treat conditions like depression. It helps improve mood and can be especially helpful when a person feels very sad or lacks energy for an extended period. Imipramine can also be prescribed for people with bedwetting issues, helping them to control their bladder during sleep.

Dosage:

Depressive Illness: 

• Adult: Initially Up To 75 Mg Daily In Divided Doses, Then Increased To 150-200 Mg Daily, Up To 150mg May Be Given As A Single Dose At Bedtime, Dose To Be Increased Gradually; Up To 300 Mg In Hospital Patients 
• Elderly: Initially 10 Mg Daily, Increased To 30-50 Mg Daily, Dose To Be Increased Gradually 

Nocturnal Enuresis: 

• Child 6-7 Years: 25 Mg Once Daily At Bedtime, Initial Period Of Treatment (including Gradual Withdrawal) 3 Months; Full Physical Examination Before Further Course; 
• 8-10 Years: 25-50 Mg Once Daily At Bedtime, Initial Period Of Treatment (including Gradual Withdrawal) 3 Months-full Physical Examination Before Further Course; 
• 11-17 Years: 50-75 Mg Once Daily At Bedtime, Initial Period Of Treatment (including Gradual Withdrawal) 3 Months-full Physical Examination Before Further Course

Content

Pregnancy

Avoid Unless Potential Benefit Outweighs Risk

Stability

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Precautions

Lactation

Side Effects