Trimipramine Maleate (By Mouth)

Trimipramine Maleate (trye-MI-pra-meen MAL-ee-ate)

Treats depression. Belongs to a class of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants.

Brand Name(s):
Surmontil
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to trimipramine or any other tricyclic antidepressant (such as Elavilreg;, Anafranilreg;, or Sinequanreg;). You should not take trimipramine if you have had a recent heart attack or have taken an MAO inhibitor drug (such as Parnatereg;, Nardilreg;, Marplanreg;) within the past 14 days.

How to Use This Medicine:

Tablet, Capsule

 
• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.  
• If you are taking trimipramine for depression, it may be several weeks before you feel better.

If a dose is missed:

 
• Take the missed dose as soon as possible.  
• If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.  
• You should not use two doses at the same time.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

 
• Store at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.  
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

 
• Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.  
• Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking cimetidine (Tagametreg;) or any medicines that could make you sleepy such as sleeping pills, cold and allergy pills, other medicine for depression, tranquilizers, antihistamines, and strong pain killers.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

 
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk your doctor before taking this medicine.  
• Be sure your doctor knows if you have heart or liver disease, seizures, glaucoma, thyroid problems, or problems with urination.  
• Trimipramine may make you sleepy or dizzy. Be careful if driving a car or using machinery.  
• This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen when out doors. Avoid tanning beds and sunlamps.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

 
• Severe confusion or hallucinations  
• Unexplained fever, chills, or sore throat  
• Yellow skin or eyes  
• Hives, rash, or swelling of face, lips, or tongue  
• Difficulty going to the bathroom (urinating)  
• Extreme excitement or irritability

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

 
• Drowsiness or dizziness  
• Headache  
• Dry mouth or blurred vision that does not go away after a few days  
• Trembling or shakiness  
• Nausea  
• Weight gain

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