Amitip
Tablet
Opsonin Pharma Ltd.Generic:
Amitriptyline HydrochlorideWeight:
25 mgbest Price:
? 1.75Generic
Amitriptyline Hydrochloride
Pharmacology
Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant. It has marked anticholinergic and sedative properties. It prevents the reuptake of noradrenaline and serotonin at the nerve ending. Amitriptyline hydrochloride is rapidly absorbed from the Gl tract. Peak plasma concentrations occur within 2-12 hours. Amitriptyline is excreted in the urine, mainly in the form of its metabolites.
Contraindications
TCA enhances the sedative effect of alcohol and opioid analgesics. When TCA is used with Moxifloxacin or Terfenadine, it increases the risk of ventricular arrhythmias. Disulfirum and Cimetidine inhibit the metabolism of Amitriptyline. When TCA is used with diuretics, it enhances the risk of postural hypotension.
Side Effects
Amitriptyline is contraindicated in myocardial infarction, arrythmias, particularly heart block of any degree, mania and severe liver disease. Initially, sedation may affect the ability to drive or operate machinery.
Pregnancy And Lactation
Anticholinergic: Excessive perspiration, dry mouth, blurred vision, hyperpyrexia, urinary retention and urinary tract dilatation. Cardiovascular reactions: Hypotension, syncope, postural hypotension, hypertension, tachycardia, palpitations, myocardial infarction, etc. CNS and Neuromuscular: Confusional states, disturbed concentration, disorientation, delusions, etc. Allergic: Skin rash, urticaria, photosensitization, etc. Haematological: Bone-marrow depression. Gastrointestinal: Nausea, epigastric distress, vomiting, anorexia, stomatitis, unpleasant taste, weight loss, diarrhoea, constipation, etc. Endocrine: Testicular swelling, gynaecomastia, breast enlargement, galactorrhoea, etc.
Therapeutic
Store in a cool and dry place, below 30�C. Protect from light and moisture.
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