ArticleBeaumont G.
J Int Med Res. 1977;5(1 Suppl):46-50.
The subject of dosage of clomipramine (Anafranil) in depression and in obsessional and phobic disorders is discussed. The expectation of success is reported and a recommendation made to adopt flexible dosage. Some side-effects are considered and stress is laid on distinguishing between unwanted pharmacological effects and serious toxic effects. Serious adverse reactions are rare. Contra-indications, both relative and absolute, are discussed. The importance of possible drug interactions is emphasized.