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imipramine Definition

imipra·mine (i miprə mēn′)

noun

a white, crystalline powder, CHN, used as an antidepressant

Etymology: imi(de) + pr(opyl) + amine

imipramine Usage Examples

Converse of object

call: Tofranil contains a substance called imipramine which is used to treat depression.

Adjective modifier

tricyclic: The tricyclic antidepressant imipramine reduces bowel activity and may be helpful when diarrhea is the significant problem.

Modifies a noun

  • hydrochloride: What's in your medicine Tofranil tablets come in two sizes containing 10mg or 25mg of imipramine hydrochloride.
  • therapy: J.C. Kramer, D.F. Klein, M. Fink, Withdrawal symptoms following discontinuation of imipramine therapy, Am.

Noun used with modifier

  • antidepressant: The tricyclic antidepressant imipramine reduces bowel activity and may be helpful when diarrhea is the significant problem.
  • eg: TCAs that cause less drowsiness, eg imipramine and lofepramine, are useful for withdrawn and lethargic people.

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