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Clomfranil Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Clomfranil Tablet (Clomipramine Hydrochloride) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

25 mg

Manufacturer

OBS Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd.

Estimated price

Rs. 237.84

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What is Clomfranil Tablet used for?

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
  • Major depressive disorder
  • Mood disorders
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Important warnings

  • Do not use Clomfranil 25 mg Tablets if you are allergic to Clomipramine or other tricyclic antidepressants.
  • Avoid if taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or have recently stopped them.
  • Do not take if you have a recent heart attack or certain serious heart conditions.

Clomfranil Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameClomfranil
Generic NameClomipramine Hydrochloride
Strength25 mg
FormTablet
Drug ClassTricyclic Antidepressant (TCA)
ManufacturerOBS Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd.
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 180 - 350 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is Clomfranil Tablet? (Clomfranil Tablet kya hai)

Clomfranil Tablet Uses is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various mental health conditions. It belongs to the Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA) class and contains Clomipramine Hydrochloride as its active ingredient. This medication works by targeting inflammatory or infection-related pathways in the body, helping to control symptoms effectively. Following the doctor's dosage instructions is crucial for safe and effective use.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
  • Major depressive disorder
  • Mood disorders
  • Panic disorder
  • Anxiety symptoms
  • Phobic states
  • Repetitive behavior disorders
  • Chronic pain conditions associated with depression or anxiety (off-label use)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals suffering from OCD
  • Patients diagnosed with major depressive disorder
  • Those experiencing mood disorders

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you are allergic to Clomipramine or other tricyclic antidepressants.
  • If you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or have recently stopped them.
  • If you have a recent heart attack or certain serious heart conditions.

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Do not use Clomfranil 25 mg Tablets if you are allergic to Clomipramine or other tricyclic antidepressants.
  • Avoid if taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or have recently stopped them.
  • Do not take if you have a recent heart attack or certain serious heart conditions.

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Drowsiness, Sedation, Dizziness
  • Breathing issue, Fainting, Severe swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
  • Certain heart medications

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Chest pain
  • Behoshi (fainting)

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
ClomfranilOBS Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd.Clomipramine Hydrochloride
Alternative brandVariousClomipramine Hydrochloride

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 180 - 350 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Clomfranil Tablet Uses kis kaam aati hai?

A: Yeh doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe hoti hai. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Clomfranil Tablet Uses kitne mg ki hoti hai?

A: Exact strength brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Clomfranil Tablet Uses ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya Clomfranil Tablet Uses pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Clomfranil Tablet Uses ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-02-18 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clomfranil Tablet Uses kis kaam aati hai?

Yeh doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe hoti hai. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Clomfranil Tablet Uses kitne mg ki hoti hai?

Exact strength brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Clomfranil Tablet Uses ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya Clomfranil Tablet Uses pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Clomfranil Tablet Uses ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.