Desipramine Oral

In Depth

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

easy bruising/bleeding
signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
severe stomach/abdominal pain
dark urine
yellowing of eyes/skin

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

chest pain
slow/fast/irregular heartbeat
seizures
fainting
slurred speech
weakness on one side of the body
vision changes

This drug may rarely cause a serious nervous system disorder (neuroleptic malignant syndrome). Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects:

muscle stiffness
high fever
increased sweating
fast heartbeat
sudden mental/mood changes
change in the amount of urine

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include:

rash
itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
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.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Desipramine Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

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