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Tryptin 10 mg

Tablet

Generic: Amitriptyline Hydrochloride

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Therapeutic Class: Tricyclic Antidepressant

Indications

Depressive illness. Neuropathic pain and prophylaxis of migraine.

Pharmacology

Amitriptyline inhibits the re-uptake of noradrenaline and serotonin at nerve endings in the brain. It also has marked sedative and anticholinergic effects.

Dosage & Administration

Depression: Adult: initially 25 mg to 75 mg daily in divided doses or as a single dose at bedtime, increased gradually if necessary up to 150 mg daily. Neuropathic pain and migraine prophylaxis: initially 10 mg to 25 mg at night, increased gradually if necessary up to 75 mg daily. Elderly: lower starting doses are used.

Side Effects

Dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, blurred vision, difficulty in passing urine, weight gain, postural hypotension and fast heart rate.

Precautions & Warnings

To be used only on the prescription of a registered physician. May cause drowsiness; avoid driving, operating machinery and alcohol. Must not be stopped abruptly; the dose should be reduced gradually. Use with caution in heart disease, epilepsy, glaucoma, prostatic enlargement and in the elderly; watch for worsening depression or suicidal thoughts.

Contraindications

Recent myocardial infarction, heart block and other arrhythmias, the manic phase of bipolar disorder, severe liver disease, and use together with or within 14 days of a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI).

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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