Uses / Indications: Clonil 10mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.

Product composition:
• Clomipramine (10mg)

Pregnancy interaction:
• Clonil 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Expert advice:
• 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.

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

How to use:
• Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clonil 10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How it works:
• Clonil 10mg Tablet increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.