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Amitryn 10 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Amitryn 10 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Amitryn 10 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amitryn 10 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amitryn 10 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Amitryn 10 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amitryn 10 Tablet related warnings talks about Amitryn 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amitryn 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Arrhythmia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amitryn 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Amitryn 10 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amitryn 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amitryn 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amitryn 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amitryn 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amitryn has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amitryn without medical advice.
Is the use of Amitryn 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Amitryn. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amitryn 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Amitryn on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Amitryn 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Amitryn may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Amitryn 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Amitryn may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Amitryn 10 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amitryn 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amitryn 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Amitryn 10 Tablet. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amitryn 10 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amitryn 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Amitryn 10 Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amitryn 10 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Amitryn 10 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amitryn 10 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amitryn 10 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Amitryn works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger that is called serotonin in the brain which helps in regulating the mood and treating depression. It also stops the movement of the pain signal from the nerve to the brain. Hence, in this way, it treats depression and relieves neuropathic pain.
Amitryn should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. However, it's best to take in the evening with or without food as this medicine induces sleep.
Amitryn is not a narcotic drug. it is a tricyclic antidepressant drug used to relieve the symptom of depression and anxiety.
Yes, Amitryn can cause dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Amitryn has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
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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
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