This medication is utilized to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, better help you sleep, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as for instance serotonin) in the mind.
DIFFERENT USES: This section contains uses of this drug that aren't listed in the approved professional labeling for the medication but that could be prescribed by your quality of life care professional. Make use of this drug for a condition that is listed in this section just if it was so prescribed by your medical care professional.
This medication might also be employed to treat neurological pain (such as peripheral neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia), eating disorder (bulimia), other mental/mood dilemmas (such as anxiety, panic disorder), or to stop migraine headaches.
Read the drugs Guide provided by your pharmacist you get a refill before you start taking amitriptyline and each time. If you have any relevant questions, consult with your physician or pharmacist.
Simply take this medicine by lips, often 1 to 4 times daily or as directed by your doctor. At bedtime to help reduce daytime sleepiness if you take it only once a day, take it. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
To reduce your risk of side results (such as for example drowsiness, dry lips, dizziness), your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Just take this medication regularly so that you can obtain the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. Do not increase your dose or use this drug more frequently or even for longer than prescribed. Your problem will not improve any faster, and your risk of part results will increase.
It is critical to carry on taking this medication even should you feel well. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when this drug is abruptly stopped. Also, you may experience symptoms such as mood swings, headache, tiredness, and sleep change. To prevent these symptoms while you are stopping treatment with this drug, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually. Consult your pharmacist or doctor for more details. Report any new or worsening symptoms right away.
This medicine may not work right away. You may see some benefit within a week. However, it may take up to 4 weeks before you feel the full effect.
Tell your physician if your condition persists or worsens (such as your feelings of sadness worsen, or perhaps you have thoughts of committing suicide).
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Drowsiness, dizziness, dry lips, blurred eyesight, constipation, fat gain, or trouble urinating may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or position that is lying.
To relieve mouth that is dry suck on (sugarless) difficult candy or ice potato chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.
To avoid constipation, keep a diet adequate in fiber, beverage plenty of water, and exercise. If you become constipated while applying this medication, consult your pharmacist for help in selecting a laxative.
Keep in mind that your doctor has prescribed this medication she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of adverse effects because he or. Many people using this medication do not have serious adverse effects.
Inform your doctor immediately if any among these rare but side that is serious occur: easy bruising/bleeding, persistent heartburn, shaking, mask-like facial expressions, muscle spasms, severe stomach/abdominal discomfort, decreased sexual ability/desire, enlarged/painful breasts.
Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: black stools, vomit that seems like coffee grounds, severe dizziness, fainting, seizures, eye pain/swelling/redness, eyesight changes (such as seeing rainbows around lights at night).
This medication may rarely cause a very serious condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS). Get medical help right away when you yourself have any of the following signs: fever, muscle mass stiffness, severe confusion, perspiring, fast/irregular heartbeat.
A very serious reaction that is allergic this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious hypersensitive reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This really is maybe not a list that is complete of adverse effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or doctor.
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Phone your doctor for medical advice about adverse results. You may report adverse effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
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Before taking amitriptyline, tell your medical practitioner or pharmacist if you have any other allergies if you are allergic to it, or to other tricyclic antidepressants (such as nortriptyline), or. This product may contain ingredients that are inactive that may cause allergies or other dilemmas. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before applying this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: bleeding problems, breathing problems, liver problems, recent heart assault, problems urinating (such as due to enlarged prostate), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), individual or genealogy and family history of glaucoma (angle-closure type), personal or genealogy of mental/mood conditions (such as manic depression, psychosis), family history of suicide, seizures, conditions that will increase your risk of seizures (such as other brain illness, alcohol withdrawal).
Amitriptyline may cause an ailment that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can hardly ever cause severe (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, fainting) that need medical attention straight away.
The possibility of QT prolongation could be increased when you yourself have particular medical conditions or are using other drugs that may cause QT prolongation. Before making use of amitriptyline, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the medications you are taking and in the event that you have some of the following conditions: certain heart related illnesses (heart failure, sluggish heartbeat, QT prolongation into the EKG), family history of particular heart problems (QT prolongation in the EKG, unexpected cardiac death).
Minimal degrees of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This risk may increase if you use certain drugs (such as diuretics/"water pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about utilizing amitriptyline safely.
This drug may make you drowsy or dizzy or cause vision that is blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness or clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dental practitioner about all the products you use (including prescribed drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths, and sunlamps. Use a sunscreen and wear clothing that is protective outside.
If you have diabetes, this drug may make it harder to control your blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly and tell your doctor of the results. Your doctor may require to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the unwanted effects of this drug, particularly dry mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, constipation, difficulty urinating, and QT prolongation (see above). Dizziness, drowsiness, and confusion can boost the danger of dropping.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when obviously required. Discuss the potential risks and benefits with your doctor.
Since untreated mental/mood problems (such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder) can be a serious condition, do not stop using this medication unless directed by your doctor. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, immediately discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medication during pregnancy.
This medication passes into breast milk and the end result on a nursing infant is unknown. Check with your doctor before breast-feeding.
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