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Is amitryptline safe to use? i had someone tell me that most of their friends who took it almost died. i have bad anxiety and wanted to try though

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Professional: Please seek the help of a qualified Psychiatrist who is licensed to prescribe appropriate medications. Best approach would be to address your anxiety disorder rather than just masking symptoms with meds.

Answered 3/30/2018

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