Which condition is Imipramine specifically used to treat?

Imipramine is specifically used to treat enuresis, which is the medical term for bedwetting. This tricyclic antidepressant has a unique property that allows it to reduce the frequency of nighttime involuntary urination in children. Its mechanism involves various neurotransmitter pathways, including the inhibition of norepinephrine and serotonin reuptake, which contributes to its use in managing this condition. While imipramine may also provide benefits in other areas, its approval and established efficacy specifically for enuresis is what sets it apart in this list.

In contrast, although imipramine can have effects on anxiety disorders and insomnia, other medications are typically preferred as first-line treatments for these conditions. Additionally, chronic pain is usually managed with a different set of pharmacological options that may include other classes of antidepressants but not specifically imipramine as a primary treatment.