Amitriptyline 25 mg Tablet are used to treat mental problems like depression, mood swings, etc. Amitriptyline belongs to the class tricyclic improves mood, relieves anxiety, helps for better sleep, and increases energy level. It balances natural chemicals in the brain, which eventually results in relieving pain sensation.
WAY IS ADMINISTRATION:
Administer Amitriptyline 25 mg tablet by mouth with food or as instructed by the doctor. Usually, it is recommended twice daily. Take a full glass of water with each dose of the medicine to avoid stomach irritation. Do not cut, bite or triturate the tablet and swallow it thoroughly. Read the information mentioned; on the user leaflet and follow the doctor’s instructions.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AMITRIPTYLINE:
Everyone may experience different side effects depending upon dose concentration and frequency. Here are a few common side effects:
- Upset stomach
- Nausea
- Heartburn
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Diarrhea
- headache
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any ingredient present in the medicine. It may cause severe side effects.
Here are a few severe side effects:
- Lower back pain
- Painful urination
- Swelling on legs
- Sore throat
- Skin rash
DOSAGE OF AMITRIPTYLINE:
The dose of Amitriptyline 25 mg tablets not only depends on the age but also depends on treatment response as it is a prescription drug. Usually, the dose is 1- 2 times a day, or if taking it once at bedtime, then it is also better, or it can be less depending on the disease condition. Do not take an overdose for quick betterment. Otherwise, it will give severe side effects.
STORAGE:
Keep at room temperature.
Keep away from sunlight.
Keep away from children.
WARNINGS/PRECAUTIONS:
Do not take Amitriptyline 25 mg tablet if you are suffering from diabetes, and hyperthyroidism, as there are chances of increasing sugar level and TSH range.
Patients with kidney/liver/lung disease or mental disorders like depression and rapid mood swings should tell their doctor about it as more doses of this medicine may cause kidney failure or worsen.
Someone with blood pressure problems or breathing issues should take the doctor’s advice for this medication as it causes an increase in blood pressure which gives undesirable side effects.
Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should avoid this medicine because it passes through breast milk and affects the baby’s growth.
INTERACTION:
Amitriptyline 25 mg tablet may interact with following drugs:
- Arbutamine
- Disulfiram
- Thyroid supplement
- Ibuprofen
- Warfarin
- Belladonna alkaloids
- Clonidine
- Guanabenz
- MAO Inhibitors
- Cimetidine
- Terbinafine
- Quinidine
- Propafenone
- Amiodarone
- Dofetilide
- Pimozide
- Procainamide
- Sotalol
- Erythromycin
- Antihistamines
- Alprazolam
- Diazepam
- Aspirin
INGREDIENTS:
| ACTIVE INGREDIENTS | INACTIVE INGREDIENTS |
| Amitriptyline | Colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate, sodium starch glycolate and titanium dioxide. |
