Definition

A type of medication that is used to treat depression and bedwetting by affecting certain chemicals in the brain.

Example

The doctor prescribed imipramine to help manage her depression.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of imipramine?

Yeah, I think it’s used for treating depression, right?

Exactly! I read that it can also help with bedwetting in kids.

That’s interesting — I didn’t know it had multiple uses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Imipramine is derived from the chemical structure of the compound, specifically from 'imino' (referring to the imine group in organic chemistry) and 'pramine' (a suffix used in the names of certain antidepressants). The word reflects its chemical composition and classification as a tricyclic antidepressant.

Memory Tip

Think of 'imino' as relating to a specific chemical group, and 'pramine' as part of a family of antidepressants. This helps you remember that imipramine is a type of antidepressant with a unique chemical structure.

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