Question 1

What is Amitriptyline Hydrochloride used for?

Accepted Answer

Depression, long-lasting nerve pain (neuropathic pain), chronic headaches and migraines, difficulty sleeping linked to depression, bedwetting in children

Question 2

How do you take Amitriptyline Hydrochloride?

Accepted Answer

For depression, adults usually start with 25mg taken at bedtime, and the doctor may gradually increase it to 75-150mg daily. Take it at night because it makes you sleepy. You can take it with or without food, but swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not stop taking it suddenly — your doctor will help you reduce the dose gradually.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Amitriptyline Hydrochloride?

Accepted Answer

Feeling very sleepy or drowsy, dry mouth, constipation, dizziness when standing up quickly, weight gain

Question 4

Who should not take Amitriptyline Hydrochloride?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to amitriptyline, anyone who has recently had a heart attack, people with severe liver disease, those with a history of seizures (fits) unless closely monitored, anyone currently taking MAO inhibitor medicines, and people with glaucoma (high pressure in the eye).

Question 5

Is Amitriptyline Hydrochloride safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Amitriptyline is not safe during pregnancy, especially in the first three months, and it passes into breast milk — do not use it while pregnant or breastfeeding unless your doctor says the benefit clearly outweighs the risk.

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