Asendin Uses

Asendin is in a class of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants. Asendin affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause obsessive-compulsive disorder, such as recurrent thoughts or feelings and repetitive actions.

How to Use Asendin

Take Asendin exactly as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water. Asendin can be taken with or without food. Never take more of this medication than is prescribed for you.

Asendin Side Effects

Difficulty in breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face, or tongue, a fast or irregular heartbeat, a heart attack, high blood pressure (blurred vision, severe headache), difficulty urinating, fever with increased sweating, muscle stiffness, or severe muscle weakness. Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur, like: drowsiness or dizziness, dry mouth and eyes, constipation, mild tremor, sweating, mild agitation, weakness, ringing in the ears, nausea, loss of weight or appetite. Continue to take Asendin and talk to your doctor. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur.

Asendin Precautions

Tell your doctor your medical history, including:liver disease, kidney disease, asthma, thyroid disease, diabetes, stomach or intestinal problems, high blood pressure or heart disease, had a heart attack in the last 6 weeks, an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating, glaucoma. Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate drug side effects. Anafranil should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised when this product is used in the elderly since this group may be more sensitive to side effects.

Asendin Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use Consult your pharmacist. Do not take clomipramine if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the last 14 days. Anafranil may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including other antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines without first talking to your doctor. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Asendin.

Asendin Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include irregular or unusually slow or fast heartbeat, unusual nervousness or excitement, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures.

Asendin Notes

Do not share Asendin with others.

Asendin Missed Dose

If you miss an Asendin dosage, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Asendin Storage

Store Asendin at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.

Important Note

The following Informationrmation is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.