An Introduction to Desipramine Side Effects
As with any medicine, side effects are possible with
desipramine hydrochloride (
Norpramin®). However, not everyone who takes the medicine will experience problems. In fact, most people tolerate it well. If people do develop side effects, in many cases, they are minor, meaning they require no treatment or are treated easily by you or your healthcare provider.
(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with desipramine. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of desipramine side effects with you.)
Possible Side Effects of Desipramine
Desipramine has been studied thoroughly in clinical trials.
In these studies, the side effects that occur in a group of people taking the drug are documented and compared to those that occur in another group of people not taking the medicine. This way, it is possible to see what side effects occur, how often they appear, and how they compare to the group not taking the medicine.
In these studies, desipramine side effects included:
Some additional reactions that may be expected (based on how desipramine works) include:
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Drowsiness.
Withdrawal side effects have been reported in people who have stopped taking the medication suddenly. Signs of withdrawal from desipramine can include nausea,
headaches, and a general ill feeling
(see Desipramine Withdrawal).
