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Allergist wants me on xyzal (levocetirizine) for allergic reactions/chronic hives. neuro wants me on amitriptyline for migraine. take both? start one then other?

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Drugs interaction: Combination might increase risk of of CNS depression and side effects of amytriptyline but it is usually safe when you start with a low dose of Amitriptyline and increase as tolerated. Please have your doctor monitor your symptoms.

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Answered 6/24/2014

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