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I'm taking amitriptyline for insomnia, i'm taking 40 mg. it worked well for a while but now its not working. is this normal?
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Elavil (amitriptyline): Tolerance to low dose not uncommon.
Answered 4/30/2016
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As above: If u take medication for sleep , do not take it every night , since u will get used to it . Take it only on as needed basis . In addition try to practice sleep hygiene.
Answered 4/30/2016
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