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Diagnosed with epididymitis. have had it for years. on amitriptyline (only 10g). should i be worried about staying on amitriptyline indefinitely?
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No: It is a very safe medication especially in the low dose you have to take indefinitely. Glad you asked and always feel free to do so.
Answered 4/25/2016
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