It comes as tablets and as a liquid that you swallow
Safety of amitriptyline in pregnancy has not been established
It’s only FDA-approved to treat depression, but it may be prescribed off-label for other
Anti-seizure drugs
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Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, weight gain, or trouble urinating may occur
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For example, amitriptyline is preferred for MDD when the side effect of mild sedation is desired, while
You can take it: to treat nerve pain (neuralgia) and pain that lasts a long time
a headache, confusion, muscle cramps, generally feeling weak or experiencing a seizure – these can be signs of low sodium levels in your blood
Adult Initially 10–25 mg daily, dose to be taken in the evening, then increased, if tolerated, in steps of 10–25 mg every 3–7 days in 1–2 divided doses; usual dose 25–75 mg daily, dose to be taken in the evening Amitriptyline can cause side effects when it is used for the treatment of depression or for an off-label indication
Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression
but I've just looked at the side effects of this stuff, and came across Jerry W
Tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline, are most effective and likely work by affecting the level of serotonin and other chemicals
Dizziness and headaches are both common side effects of amitriptyline
Most medicines used to treat nerve pain (also called neuropathic pain) were originally developed to treat other conditions
This is why people with heart problems might be discouraged from taking this medication
Tricyclic antidepressants, including amitriptyline, doxepin, nortriptyline (Pamelor), and protriptyline, are used in migraine prevention, but only amitriptyline has substantial data from about 12 Amitriptyline is not addictive or habit-forming, but it may cause sudden withdrawal symptoms if you stop treatment abruptly
Amitriptyline is an effective antidepressant but it may cause drowsiness initially and a withdrawal syndrome with abrupt discontinuation
The side effects of triptans are also less severe in general
I’ve been in 10mg for a few years now, it’s definitely reduced the frequency of my migraines (2/3 a month instead of 2/3 a week)
Because of this, amitriptyline should be used with caution in people with liver impairment
A suitable dosage form should be used for this age group
What are its side effects? Although a number of side effects are listed for the medication, these are rare