Medication effects: Elavil (amitriptyline) is a medication for Depression and Ativan for Anxiety. Using Elavil (amitriptyline) with Ativan may increase dizziness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, impairment in thinking, and judgment. Consider taking one medication at a time. Therapy with Medication is more beneficial. See Psychiatrist for Diagnosis; discuss medications for anxiety and depression, their benefits and side effects, interaction
Answered 4/5/2016
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Get second opinion: The combination could readily backfire, as the Elavil (amitriptyline) and Ativan can both cause anti-cholinergic side effects, and additive sedation, lethargy, and dizziness. Both very low dose, but nonetheless may cause more problems than success. Not clear why these two have been started together. ?Psych Concierge appt?
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