Amitriptyline Tablets

Designed to mitigate major depressive disorder and neuropathic pain, indicated to support mood regulation and provide effective relief for chronic nerve discomfort.

Strengths: 10 · 25 · 50 · 75mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Elavil; Tryptizol; Endep

Therapeutic class

Tricyclic Antidepressant

Pharmacological class

Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA)

Known off-label uses

migraine prophylaxis

Contraindications

recent myocardial infarction; heart block

Precautions and warnings

may impair ability to drive

Minor side effects

dry mouth; drowsiness

Moderate side effects

blurred vision; constipation; urinary retention

Serious side effects

cardiac arrhythmia — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Onset Time

2–4 weeks

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature, protected from moisture.

Drug interactions

Alcohol; MAOIs

Age restrictions

Use with caution in elderly patients.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as excreted in milk.

Patient summary

Designed to mitigate major depressive disorder and neuropathic pain, indicated to support mood regulation and provide effective relief for chronic nerve discomfort.

Mechanism of action

Amitriptyline inhibits the neuronal reuptake of serotonin and noradrenaline, increasing their concentrations in the central nervous system to modulate mood and pain pathways.

Amitriptyline Tablets

Designed to mitigate major depressive disorder and neuropathic pain, indicated to support mood regulation and provide effective relief for chronic nerve discomfort.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Amitriptyline
  • Listed indication(s): Major Depressive Disorder, Neuropathic Pain

Usually available as

  • 360 tablets - 10 mg945-10-mg-13870
  • 270 tablets - 25 mg945-25-mg-11828
  • 180 tablets - 50 mg945-50-mg-11833