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 Elavil®, Anafranil®, or Sinequan®). You should not take trimipramine if you have had a recent heart attack or have taken an MAO inhibitor drug (such as Parnate®, Nardil®, Marplan®) within the past 14 days. How to Use This Medicine:
Tablet, Capsule
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Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
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If you are taking trimipramine for depression, it may be several weeks before you feel better.
If a dose is missed:
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Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
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If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
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You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
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Store at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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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.
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Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking cimetidine (Tagamet®) 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:
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Be sure your doctor knows if you have heart or liver disease, seizures, glaucoma, thyroid problems, or problems with urination.
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Trimipramine may make you sleepy or dizzy. Be careful if driving a car or using machinery.
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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:
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Severe confusion or hallucinations
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Unexplained fever, chills, or sore throat
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Yellow skin or eyes
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Hives, rash, or swelling of face, lips, or tongue
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Difficulty going to the bathroom (urinating)
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Extreme excitement or irritability
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
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Drowsiness or dizziness
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Headache
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Dry mouth or blurred vision that does not go away after a few days
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Trembling or shakiness
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Nausea
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Weight gain
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
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