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Gp in uk prescribed amitriptyline for her back pain. safe to take?? "suicidal" thoughts i googled??? antidepressants? not sure i want her to take them
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Not unusual: Many neurologists & FMDs prescribe low doses of Elavil (amitriptyline) for pain--very safe in my expertence
Answered 11/23/2018
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