Review the side-effects of Nortriptyline as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart - Low or high blood pressure, fast heart rate, palpitations, heart attack, abnormal heart rhythm, heart block and stroke.
Central Nervous System - Numbness, tingling, incoordination, tremor, seizures, alteration in EEG patterns, hallucinations, disorientation, delusions, anxiety, restlessness, agitation and sleeplessness.
Eye and ENT - Dry mouth, blurred vision, vision disturbances, dilatation of pupil and ringing in the ear.
Allergic reactions - Skin rash, hives, itching, sensitivity to light, swelling in the face and tongue and fever.
Blood - Bone marrow depression and bruising.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach distress, diarrhea, peculiar taste, mouth ulcer, abdominal cramps and black-tongue.
Genitourinary - Breast enlargement in male, spontaneous milk secretion, increased or decreased sexual ativities, impotence. urinary retention and delayed urination.
Miscellaneous - Jaundice, altered liver function, weight gain or loss, flushing, urinary frequency, drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, headache and hair loss.
Aventyl, Pamelor.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart - Low or high blood pressure, fast heart rate, palpitations, heart attack, abnormal heart rhythm, heart block and stroke.
Central Nervous System - Numbness, tingling, incoordination, tremor, seizures, alteration in EEG patterns, hallucinations, disorientation, delusions, anxiety, restlessness, agitation and sleeplessness.
Eye and ENT - Dry mouth, blurred vision, vision disturbances, dilatation of pupil and ringing in the ear.
Allergic reactions - Skin rash, hives, itching, sensitivity to light, swelling in the face and tongue and fever.
Blood - Bone marrow depression and bruising.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach distress, diarrhea, peculiar taste, mouth ulcer, abdominal cramps and black-tongue.
Genitourinary - Breast enlargement in male, spontaneous milk secretion, increased or decreased sexual ativities, impotence. urinary retention and delayed urination.
Miscellaneous - Jaundice, altered liver function, weight gain or loss, flushing, urinary frequency, drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, headache and hair loss.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Nortriptyline
Nortriptyline(Aventyl) generic is an antidepressant, prescribed for depression. It increases the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain that are needed to maintain mental balance.Trade Names for Nortriptyline
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International :
Aventyl, Pamelor.
