Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline is an anti-depressant medication. It belongs to the group of drugs known as tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs). It is indicated to treat depression due imbalances of the serotonin chemical in the brain.  This medication helps improve the feeling of well-being and mood. It helps relieve tension, anxiety for those who suffer from depression. It works directly on the central nervous system by increasing the level of serotonin.

Amitriptyline is also prescribed for the treatment of conditions like:

• Bulimia (an eating disorder)
• Pathological weeping and laughing syndrome associated with multiple sclerosis
• Chronic neuropathic pain coming from a damaged nerve
• Post-herpetic neuralgia (a stabbing and burning sensation, aches or pain that may last for months or years after a shingles infection)
• Prevention of migraine headache

Why Buy Amitriptyline?

Amitriptyline is a potent drug and is widely-used for depression. It is U.S FDA approved for the treatment of depression. It is also FDA approved in treating chronic neuropathic pain. It contains the same active ingredient found in the brand names like Amitid, Elavil and Endep. Their noticeable difference is in the shape of the tablet, the packaging the price. The generic name is cheaper than the brand names but their effects are the same.

How to Take Amitriptyline?

Amitriptyline comes in a tablet form that you need to take by mouth. Take this medicine only as directed by your physician to benefit your condition.

Depression

• The usual dose for an adult patient with depression is 75 mg in a day and is divided into 3 separate doses. Your doctor may increase your dose but it should not exceed 150 mg a day.
• For teenagers and older adult, their dose is 10 mg three times in a day and 20 mg at bedtime.

Take the medication with or without food. The lowest effective dose should be used. You may experience the full benefit of tis medication after a few weeks of your treatment or longer.

Things to Remember

• Continue using this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop using this drug without the knowledge of your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking this medication, you may experience withdrawal symptoms like lack of energy, headache, nausea and vomiting.
• Inform your doctor if you have an eye problem, an enlarged prostate, seizures, diabetes and schizophrenia.
• Avoid drinking alcohols while you use this medication to avoid drowsiness. Do not drive or do anything that needs mental alertness.
• This medication can cause an elevated eye pressure among patients with glaucoma.
• Patients with an enlarged prostate, seizure and heart problem must use this medication with care.