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Amitriptyline
Latest prescription information about Amitriptyline. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Amitriptyline
Pronunciation : a mee trip' ti leen
Therapeutic Classification : psychotherapeutics
Trade Name(s):
India- Amit Inj, Amit Tab, Amitone Tab, Amitor Tab, Amitrac Tab, Amitrac-Cz Tab, Amitrip Tab, Amize Forte Tab, Amize Tab, Amoten Tab, Amrea Tab, Amypres Film-Coated Tab, Chlotrip Tab, Crypton Tab, Eliwel Tab, Gentrip Sr-Tab, Gentrip Tab, Kamitrin Tab, Latilin Film-Coated Tab, Mitryp 10 Tab, Odep Tab, Relidep Tab, Sarotena Tab, Tadamit Tab, Trilin Tab, Triplex Forte Tab, Triplex Plus Tab, Triplex Tab, Tryptacare Tab, Tryptomer Sr-Tab, Tryptomer Tab, Typlin Od Tab, Typlin Tab. International- Elavil, Endep, Vanatrip. This medication is a tricyclic antidepressant, prescribed for depression. It is also prescribed for migraine and nerve pain. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- Depression- Initial:50-75 mg/day; up to 150 mg/day if needed. Max: 300 mg/day in severe cases. Neuropathic pain- Initial: 10-25 mg/day at night, up to 75 mg/day if needed. Migraine prophylaxis- Initial: 10 mg/day at night. Maintenance: 50-75 mg/day at night. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet, to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of irregular heartbeat, heart disease, chest pain, liver disease, prostate problems, overactive thyroid, urinary retention, suicidal thoughts, alcohol addiction, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery, get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Patient may develop with involuntary muscle movements; if it so consult with your doctor immediately. * Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. * It may cause heatstroke, protect from hot weather. Side Effects : Body as a Whole- Lupus-like syndrome. Liver- Liver failure. Heart - Heart attack, stroke, nonspecific ECG changes, heart block, irregular heartbeat, low/high blood pressure, fainting, fast heart rate and palpitations. Central Nervous System - Coma, seizures, hallucinations, delusions, confusion, disorientation, in coordination, unsteadiness, tremors, nerve disease, numbness, tingling, involuntary movements, poor concentration, excitement, anxiety, sleeplessness, restlessness, abnormal dreams, drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, fatigue and headache. Allergic - Skin rash, hives, photosensitivity, swelling of the face and tongue. Blood - Bone marrow depression including decreased blood cell counts and bruising. Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mouth ulcer, peculiar taste and diarrhea. Eye and ENT - Blurred vision, dim vision, increased eye pressure, dilatation of pupil and dry mouth. Genitourinary - Testicular swelling and breast enlargement in males, spontaneous flow of milk from the nipple in females, increased or decreased sexual drive, impotence, urinary retention and lowered blood sugar levels. Miscellaneous - Hair loss, weight gain or loss, urinary frequency and increased sweating. * This medication may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts in children and teenagers; watch them carefully. * Monitor blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature, and in an airtight container. Keep away from children. |
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