Amitor Information
Amitor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Amitor have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Amitor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amitor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amitor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Amitor has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amitor has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amitor related warnings section.
Amitor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amitor in conditions like Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Arrhythmia. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amitor contraindications section.
Besides this, Amitor may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amitor is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amitor Benefits & Uses
Amitor is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Neuropathic Pain (Read More - How to Treat Nerve Pain at Home: Effective Remedies)
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Fibromyalgia
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Amitor Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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Amitor Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amitor is used -
Moderate
- Blurred vision
- Increased Heart Rate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
Mild
Amitor Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amitor safe for pregnant women?
Amitor should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Severe -
Is the use of Amitor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Amitor. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
Severe -
What is the effect of Amitor on the Kidneys?
Amitor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Amitor on the Liver?
Amitor is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Amitor on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Amitor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Amitor with Other Drugs
Amitor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Amitor Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Mania
- Liver Disease
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Attack
- Kidney Cancer
Frequently asked Questions about Amitor
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Is this Amitor habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Amitor can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Yes -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amitor, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amitor can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Amitor is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Amitor can help with mental disorders.
Yes
Amitor Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amitor
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Amitor with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Amitor
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amitor.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amitriptyline Hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 454,458
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 145-147
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amitriptyline Hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 454,458
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 145-147
