pertofrane

Frequently asked questions

What does Pertofrane treat?

Pertofrane (Desipramine Hydrochloride) may be used to treat attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, depressive disorder, pain, substance-related disorders, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How is Pertofrane rated?

pharmaranks gives Pertofrane a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

How much does Pertofrane cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $8.32 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins. Pharmacies pay less for a same-class option, Imipramine Hydrochloride — about $2.59 on the same basis.

Is there a coupon or discount for Pertofrane?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Pertofrane. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Pertofrane?

Pertofrane is marketed by Sanofi Aventis US. You can see Sanofi Aventis US's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Pertofrane a brand-name or generic drug?

Pertofrane is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Desipramine Hydrochloride. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Desipramine Hydrochloride are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Pertofrane available over the counter?

No. Pertofrane is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Pertofrane come in?

Pertofrane is currently marketed as capsule, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Pertofrane?

Pertofrane is classified as tricyclic antidepressant, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Pertofrane FDA-registered?

Pertofrane is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA013621. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Pertofrane been recalled by the FDA?

Pertofrane has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Pertofrane safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Pertofrane a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.