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does long term amatryptaline cause low blood sugar?
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Dr. Suzanne Fiala answered
29 years experience Family Medicine
No.: Amitriptylene is a tricyclics antidepressant, used at low doses for chronic pain and insomnia, and at higher doses for depression. It should not contribute to low blood sugar if taken as directed.
Answered on Apr 25, 2013
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