Although caffeine can influence the way certain medications and supplements work, there are no known drug interactions between Anafranil and caffeine. However, this does not necessarily mean you would not experience side effects when this medication with caffeine. Call your doctor if you experience any unusual side effects or have any safety concerns about Anafranil.
About Anafranil
Anafranil, a brand name for the medication clomipramine, works by increasing the amount of serotonin in your brain. It is commonly used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder. Potential side effects include changes in appetite or weight, stuffy nose, headache, trouble concentrating, decreased memory, sexual dysfunction, nervousness, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, dry mouth or drowsiness. Potential severe side effects, which should be reported to a doctor immediately, include fast or pounding heartbeat, difficulty breathing, fast breathing, eye pain, shakiness, severe muscle stiffness, unusual tiredness or weakness, sore throat, fever, signs of infection, difficulty urinating, loss of bladder control, seizures, hallucinations or believing things that are not true. This medication may also increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior, particularly in patients younger than 24. Family members and friends should closely monitor behavior of anyone taking this medication, and report any unusual actions to a mental health professional.
Anafranil Interactions
Although Anafranil is unlikely to interact negatively with caffeine, it may interact negatively with other medications or supplements. If you are taking isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromie or have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, your doctor will probably tell you not to take this medication. Your doctor may also advise you to avoid taking Anafranil if you have stopped taking fluoxetine within the past five weeks. Report all other medications and supplements you are taking to a doctor, particularly anticoagulants, oral contraceptives, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, tranquilizers, vitamins or medications for dizziness, nausea or mental illness. Dicyclomine, digoxin, disulfiriram, flecainide, guanethidine, haloperidol, levodopa, methylphenidate, Phenobarbital, phenytoin, propafenone, quindine, secobarbital or trihexyphenidyl are some specific medications known to interact negatively with Anafranil.
About Caffeine
Caffeine is a stimulant in a variety of food and beverages. It works by increasing the functions of the nervous system, including heart rate and breathing. It also blocks the receptors in the brain that promote tiredness. Because of these effects, consuming a caffeinated product is likely to make you feel more alert and energized. Most people can consume up to 200 milligrams a day without adverse side effects. More than 500 milligrams a day may make adverse reactions more likely, including nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, gastrointestinal upset, muscle tremors or increased sweating.
Caffeine Interactions
Caffeine is unlikely to affect the way Anafranil works, but it may alter the effects of certain medications or supplements. Some medications that caffeine may affect include theophylline, atazanavir, asenapine, aspirin, alosetron, acetaminophen, anagrelide, adenosine, nicotine, ciprofloxacin, bendamustine, duloxetine, clozapine, diazepam, cimetidine, disulfiram, deferasirox, dipyridamole, ephendrine, norfloxacin, guaifenesin, tizanide, potassium iodide, lithium, enoxacin, fentanyl, melatonin, ropinirole, hydroxyprogesterone, riluzole, ramelteon, grepafloxacin, fluvoxamine, levobupivacaine, mibefradil, topotecan, regadenoson, thiabendazole, methotrexate, nalidixic acid, pimozide, ropivacaine, rasagiline, trovafloxacin and theophylline. Always talk to a doctor about the potential risks of consuming caffeine while taking these medications.
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