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I have been doing good on my meds. i started amitriptyline recently and now i have orthostatic hypotension. can amitriptyline be the cause?
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Low BP: Sure, depends on the dose. Review with your doctor.
Answered 8/27/2013
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YEs: Jt is possible since this medication can cause otthostatic hypotension . If that is the case the dosage can be adjusted or the medication can be changed to another antidepressant that usually doesn't have that side effect.
Answered 9/16/2013
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