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Amitriptyline

Brand Name: Elavil, Vanatrip
Drug Class: Tricyclic antidepressant
FDA Category: Prescription Medication
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AMITRIPTYLINE   What is amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip). Amitriptyline belongs to the class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. Mostly used for depression, it is normally prescribed as an alternative when other depression medications are not effective. Amitriptyline works by inhibiting the reuptake of the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and serotonin. By preventing the breakdown of norepinephrine and serotonin, it aids in restoring the imbalance of these chemicals caused by depression.   What is the link between amitriptyline and long COVID.

Relevant Studies

S10194 022 01450 8 – thejournalofheadacheandpain.biomedcentral.com

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PMC9553757 – www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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Research Summary Toward A Better Understanding Of Persistent Headache After Mild Covid 19 Three Migraine Like Yet Distinct Scenarios – americanheadachesociety.org

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How it works:

Blocks the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin

Dosage Form: Tablet Tablet - 10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg

Common Usage: Depression

Precautions:

Pregnancy

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. This drug should be used during pregnancy only if the benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus.

Lactation

The effects in the nursing infant are unknown. A decision should be made to discontinue breastfeeding or discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.

Warnings

Contraindicated: Hypersensitivity ; Warnings: Concomitant use of MAOIs, concomitant use of cisapride, additive effects with alcohol and CNS depressants, drowsiness, change in blood sugar levels

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Last Update Date: Sep 14, 2024, 07:13PM