Before taking Maprotiline, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.
Maprotiline should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: history of a recent heart attack, seizure disorder.
Before using Maprotiline, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart disease, eye conditions (e.g., glaucoma), bladder problems (urinary retention), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), personal or family history of suicide attempts, personal or family history of mental/mood disorder (e.g. bipolar/manic-depressive disorder), diabetes.
Maprotiline may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause blurry vision. Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any activity that requires alertness. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Maprotiline may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths, and sunlamps. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using Maprotiline.
Caution is advised when using Maprotiline in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially mental/mood changes and dizziness.
During pregnancy, Maprotiline should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Maprotiline passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Store at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using Maprotiline and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Take Maprotiline by mouth, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor.
Dosage of Maprotiline is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. The manufacturer recommends that you do not take more than 225 milligrams per day unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
Use Maprotiline regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.
Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens after 2 weeks.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
See also Warning section.
Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, headache, tiredness, nervousness, and trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
To relieve dry mouth, suck on hard candy or ice chips, chew gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Maprotiline because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Maprotiline do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), easy bruising/bleeding, seizures.
Maprotiline may infrequently cause serious problems such as heart attacks and stroke. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following: chest/jaw/left arm pain, sudden severe headache, weakness on one side of the body, confusion, slurred speech, sudden vision changes (e.g., double vision, loss of vision).
A very serious allergic reaction to Maprotiline is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
If you miss a dose of Maprotiline, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up. If you miss more than 1 dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist to determine a new dosing schedule.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks before, during, and after treatment with Maprotiline. In some cases a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction may occur.
Maprotiline should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: cisapride, disopyramide, sibutramine.
If you are currently using any of these medications listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Maprotiline.
Before using Maprotiline, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: alcohol, anticholinergic drugs (e.g., atropine, benztropine, oxybutynin, trihexyphenidyl), benzodiazepines (e.g., diazepam, lorazepam, triazolam), drugs affecting liver enzymes that remove Maprotiline from your body (e.g., cimetidine, fluoxetine, phenytoin, terbinafine, barbiturates including phenobarbital), drugs that increase the risk of seizures (e.g., bupropion, tramadol), gatifloxacin, guanadrel, guanethidine, phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine), stimulants (e.g., amphetamine, methylphenidate), sympathomimetics (e.g., albuterol, pseudoephedrine), thyroid medication.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.