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Brand Name: Elavil

Generic Name: Amitriptyline hydrochloride

Primary Use: Depression, Neuropathic pain

Dosage Forms:
  • Oral tablets of 10mg, 25mg, 50mg and 75mg
Common Side Effects:
  • Abnormal lactation
  • Abnormal swelling of testes/breasts
  • Swelling of mouth/ parotid glands
  • Skin changes/ rash
  • Taste changes
  • Changes in libido
  • Photophobia
  • Hair loss/ thinning
  • Diarrhoea/constipation
  • Black tongue
Serious Side Effects:
  • Jaundice
  • Changes in weight
  • Movement abnormalities
  • Haematemesis
  • Abnormal bleeding
  • Coordination problems
  • Insomnia
  • Dyspnoea
  • Hyperexcitement
  • Body swelling
  • Sudden loss of consciousness/ stupor
  • Oral ulcers
  • Delusions
  • Changes in blood pressure
  • Altered tactile sensations
How long should it be taken?

Elavil is tailored according to individual needs.

Most common consequences of long-term use:
  • Weight gain
  • Type II Diabetes mellitus
  • Discontinuation syndrome (If suddenly stopped after regular use for at least 6-8 weeks)
Effectiveness:
  • Proven to be effective for depression and neuropathic pain.
  • This particular brand is discontinued in the United States because of potential cardiovascular side effects.
 
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