Therapeutic Classification: antiobsessive agents
Pharmacologic Classification: tricyclic antidepressants
Absorption: Well absorbed from the GI tract.
Distribution: Widely distributed to tissues.
Protein Binding: ≥90%.
Half-Life: 2131 hr.
Contraindicated in:
Use Cautiously in:
CV: ECG changes, ARRHYTHMIAS, orthostatic hypotension
Derm: DRUG REACTION WITH EOSINOPHILIA AND SYSTEMATIC SYMPTOMS (DRESS), dry skin, photosensitivity
EENT: blurred vision, dry eyes, vestibular disorder
Endo: gynecomastia, syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic syndrome (SIADH)
F and E: hyponatremia
GI: vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, nausea, eructation
GU: male sexual dysfunction, urinary retention
Hemat: anemia
MS: muscle weakness
Neuro: sedation, weakness, aggressive behavior, extrapyramidal reactions, SEIZURES, SUICIDAL THOUGHTS
Misc: hyperthermia
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