Question 1

have shingles and have pain in forehead and back of head.. i take one zopiclone and been prescribed amitriptyline.  is this ok, also taken 2 panadol?

Accepted Answer

Shingles: Zolpidem = ambien not a good medicine in my opinion it masks the underlying problem and is extremely addictive. Amitriptyline (Elavil) on the other hand is a neuropathic pain med that is FDA approved for shingles. Start at 10mg about 1 1/2 hrs before bed and increase dose slowly with your docs help until your pain is tolerable and you are sleeping thru the night. Many AE that improve w/ time GB

Question 2

can i take 3.75mg zopiclone while i'm taking amitriptyline 25mg?

Accepted Answer

Both drugs: Are CNS depressants and as such therapy has to be closely monitored. Take only if so prescribed by your doc and monitor for side effects as instructed by your pharmacist.

Question 3

is it possible for me to take zopiclone tablets with amitriptyline?

Accepted Answer

Yes : There is no contraindication to this combination.

Question 4

can you take zopiclone after taking amitriptyline a couple hours before/ if the amitriptyline doesnt send you off to sleep can you take a zopiclone sometime after to help out you to sleep? a=2x 10mg tablets z=3.75mg?

Accepted Answer

: It is stated that zoplicone may increase the central nervous system depressant effects of amitriptyline. This would be of special concern in the older people. Side effects of dizziness &amp; drowsiness are listed with the combination and, thus, there would be concern for driving,operating machinery, etc the next morning.

Question 5

i've taken 7.5mg zopiclone + 5mg valium & 2 x 30/500 cocodamol for sleep but it is ineffective. i've now had amitriptyline & tramadol. is this safe?

Accepted Answer

Not Safe!: It is never safe to combine these medications. Talk to your doctor about your insomnia. You need a careful evaluation in order to obtain an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Polypharmacy is never safe! We lose too many young people each year due to unintentional overdose. Be safe and work with your doctor.

Question 6

can i take 7.5mg zopliclone, cocodamol standard dose, amitriptyline 10mg and cough medicine containing only guaifenesin and levomenthol?

Accepted Answer

Be cautious : Zopliclone, amitriptyline and cocodamol would interact with each other, you want to reduce the dosage or eliminate the unnecessary, the gauifenesin is fine, good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications

Question 7

could zopiclone and amitryptyline be taken together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, these two are frequently used together. Best wishes.

Question 8

are there any serious interactions between taking 10mg amitriptylne and 7.5mg zopiclone?

Accepted Answer

No severe drug-drug: No drug-drug interaction, but when taken together there is increase risk of sedation, falls, dry mouth and constipation. Avoid or limit alcohol intake while on this combination. Keep your appointments with your doctor for continuous care and evaluation of your therapy.  Stay safe.

Question 9

how long should i wait after stopping sam-e before i take elavil (amitriptyline)?

Accepted Answer

I've asked a lot: of MD's this question.  Some start you off on the new med right after stopping the old one.   Some wait as much as two weeks.   You are mixing an herb with a Tricyclic, so I'd play it safe and wait awhile.   As a psychiatrist who knows about herbs.  Most don't.

Question 10

is 100mg of amitriptyline at bedtime too much?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: ...On what it's for, what medical conditions a person has., what other medications (including over the counter meds) they are taking, and what side-effects it causes them.

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Zopiclone and amitriptyline

A member asked:

Have shingles and have pain in forehead and back of head.. i take one zopiclone and been prescribed amitriptyline. is this ok, also taken 2 panadol?

A member asked:

Can i take 3.75mg zopiclone while i'm taking amitriptyline 25mg?

A member asked:

Is it possible for me to take zopiclone tablets with amitriptyline?

A member asked:

Can you take zopiclone after taking amitriptyline a couple hours before/ if the amitriptyline doesnt send you off to sleep can you take a zopiclone sometime after to help out you to sleep? a=2x 10mg tablets z=3.75mg?

A member asked:

I've taken 7.5mg zopiclone + 5mg valium & 2 x 30/500 cocodamol for sleep but it is ineffective. i've now had amitriptyline & tramadol. is this safe?

A member asked:

Can i take 7.5mg zopliclone, cocodamol standard dose, amitriptyline 10mg and cough medicine containing only guaifenesin and levomenthol?

A member asked:

Could zopiclone and amitryptyline be taken together?

A member asked:

Are there any serious interactions between taking 10mg amitriptylne and 7.5mg zopiclone?

A member asked:

How long should i wait after stopping sam-e before i take elavil (amitriptyline)?

A member asked:

Is 100mg of amitriptyline at bedtime too much?

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