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I am coming off amitryptaline at a dose of 20mg (migraines). i took for 6 wks and stopped with no tapering 5 days ago. i have flu like symptoms and negative emotions. is this normal? or could it be related to nightly weed use for sleep?

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Dr. Elizabeth Finley-Belgrad answered

Common: Those are common symptoms of relative withdrawl. Always best to wean off most medications under the direct guidance of your prescriber.

Answered 1/2/2020

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A member asked:

I am coming off amitryptaline at a dose of 20mg (migraines). i took for 6 wks and stopped with no tapering 5 days ago. i have flu like symptoms and negative emotions. is this normal? or could it be related to nightly weed use for sleep?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elizabeth Finley-Belgrad answered

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