Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Anafranil

Descriptions


Clomipramine is used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). OCD is a nervous condition wherein a person has recurring thoughts or ideas or does repetitive things because they are anxious.

Clomipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA). It is thought to work in the brain by increasing the activity of the chemical serotonin.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Capsule