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I've been taking nortripyline 20mg for two weeks and i can't fall asleep anymore. should i contact the doctor? is it a common side effect?
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Nortriptyline: Nortriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant medication used for major depression and chronic pain. It is usually a sedating medication and insomnia is not common. Patients suffering from insomnia should contact their prescribing physician.
Answered 6/7/2017
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