Imipramine overdose

Alternative names

Tofranil; Janimine

Definition

Poisoning from an overdose of imipramine (an antidepressant).

Poisonous Ingredient

• imipramine
  

Where Found

• Tofranil
  
• Berkomine
  
• Janimine
  
• Norpramin
  

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms

• body as a whole
  o dry mouth
  o urinary hesitancy
  o muscle rigidity
  o Convulsions
  o shock
  o incoordination
  o convulsions
  
• respiratory
  o breathing slowed and labored
  o pulmonary edema
  
• eyes, ears, nose, and throat
  o blurred vision
  o dilated pupils
  
• gastrointestinal
  o vomiting
  o constipation
  
• heart and blood vessels
  o irregular heartbeat
  o Low Blood pressure
  
• nervous system
  o drowsiness
  o headache
  o dizziness
  o stupor
  o coma
  o agitation
  o restlessness
  

Home Treatment
Call the Poison Control center for guidance. DO NOT INDUCE EMESIS (VOMITING) UNLESS TOLD TO DO SO BY Poison Control.

Before Calling Emergency

Determine the following information:

• the patient's age, weight, and condition
  
• the name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)
  
• the time it was swallowed
  
• the amount swallowed
  
• if the medication was prescribed for the patient
  

Poison Control, or a local emergency number
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the person to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.