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 Clomilin Tablet
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Clomilin 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 Clomilin, 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 Clomilin, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Clomilin is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.

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

Q. Is Clomilin a MAOI/anticholinergic/benzodiazepine/SSRI/narcotic?
Clomilin 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 Clomilin a controlled substance?
No, it is not a controlled substance

Q. Is Clomilin addictive?
Clomilin 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 Clomilin cause weight loss/weight gain/make you sleepy/cause constipation/affect fertility?
Clomilin 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 Clomilin help premature ejaculation?
Clomilin 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 Clomilin work for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Yes, Clomilin is used for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.