Common Sleepiness, Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth, Difficulty in urination, Constipation, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Weight gain, Increased heart rate.

Expert advice for Clonil Tablet SR
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Clonil to start working. You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back. If your doctor asks you to stop Clonil, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Clonil, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Clonil is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.

Q. Is Clonil safe?
Clonil is safe if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Clonil a MAOI/anticholinergic/benzodiazepine/SSRI/narcotic?
Clonil is tricyclic antidepressant. It treats depression through inhibiting the neuronal re-uptake of chemical substances present in the brain called noradrenaline and mainly serotonin (SSRI). It is not MAOI/anticholinergic/benzodiazepine/narcotic

Q. Is Clonil a controlled substance?
No, it is not a controlled substance

Q. Is Clonil addictive?
Clonil is not addictive if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can I take paracetamol/diazepam/5htp with clomipramine?
Taking other medicines may alter the effects of clomipramine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Q. Does Clonil cause weight loss/weight gain/make you sleepy/cause constipation/affect fertility?
Clonil may cause these side effects; effect on fertility is very rare side effect. However, consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects

Q. Does Clonil help premature ejaculation?
Clonil effectively increases ejaculatory latency in men with primary premature ejaculation, while treatment is not effective in those with premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction

Q. Does Clonil work for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Yes, Clonil is used for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.