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what is elavil (amitriptyline)

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Amitriptyline: It is a tricyclic tertiary antidepressant that is also used for a myriad of pain conditions.

Question 2

what are the effects of elavil (amitriptyline)?

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Elavil (amitriptyline): Is an antidepressant with sedating and drying effects, causing heart rate changes, dry mouth/eyes, constipation, depending on dose. It relieves depression, pain of neurogenic origin, headache and insomnia.

Question 3

side effect from elavil (amitriptyline)?

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Many: In that it affects multiple neurotransmitters, it can cause many side effects. Receptors and side effect:  histamine - sedation, weight gain; cholinergic - dryness, urinary retention, memory decline, ed; adrenergic - low blood pressure, tremor, rapid heart rate; serotonin - tiredness, weight gain, ed.

Question 4

can i take nulev and elavil (amitriptyline)?

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Proceed With Caution: Using Elavil (generic amitriptyline) with nulev (generic hyoscyamine) may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, rapid heart beats, confusion, and memory problems. The elderly are especially vulnerable to these side effects. Work closely with md.

Question 5

can you take allegra (fexofenadine) with elavil?

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Allegra/Elavil: You can, if prescribed by your doctor.

Question 6

can 25mg elavil be taken along with 10 mg ambien (zolpidem)?

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If prescribed that: way - yes. Potential drug interaction symptoms are   dizziness, sedation, V judgment &amp; concentration. But, it you are asleep - those issues are not likely to matter.

Question 7

is 20mg lexapro (escitalopram) and 10mg elavil safe for g a d?

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Caution: While the 10 mg dose of Elavil is low, combining with Lexapro (escitalopram) increases the risk for serotonin syndrome and  irregular heart rhythm. Also you are taking two antidepressants. If Lexapro (escitalopram) is not working, discuss with prescribing doctor to consider trying Elavil alone or another class of antidepressant. Be sure you have careful medical supervision while on these meds. I hope this helps.

Question 8

can you take elavil (amitriptyline) and minocycline together??

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Should be alright: Yes, you should be able to safely take these together.  However, elavil (amitriptyline) is often used to help treat headaches, and minocycline tends to cause headaches.  Good luck!

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: elavil (amitriptyline) overdose?

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Elavil  OD: Elavil (amitriptyline) overdose symptoms may include 
irregular heartbeat, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, agitation, fainting, hallucinations, chills, muscle stiffness or seizures.   See:  https://www.drugs.com/amitriptyline.html

Question 10

is there any interaction between luvox (fluvoxamine) cr and elavil (50 mg)?

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Yes: Luvox (fluvoxamine) coadministered with Elavil (amitryptyline) causes an increase in the plasma concentration of the elavil. Signs symptoms of toxicity include sedation, dry mouth, a blurred vision, constipation, urinary retentilon and or CNS irritability, altered consciousness confusion,  myoclonus, ataxia, abdominal cramping, hypertension and tachycardia. Review the side effects with your prescriber.

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