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Amitril 25 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Amitril 25 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Amitril 25 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Amitril 25 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amitril 25 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Amitril 25 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Arrhythmia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amitril 25 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Amitril 25 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Amitril 25 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Amitril 25 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amitril shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Amitril. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Amitril rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Amitril rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amitril 25 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Amitril may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amitril 25 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amitril 25 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Amitril 25 Mg Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amitril 25 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amitril 25 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amitril 25 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Amitril 25 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amitril 25 Mg Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amitril 25 Mg Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amitril 25 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Amitril 25 Mg Tablet with alcohol.
Amitril can be safely taken for a long time as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Amitril has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Amitril works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger that is called serotonin in the brain which helps in regulating the mood and treating depression. It also stops the movement of the pain signal from the nerve to the brain. Hence, in this way, it treats depression and relieves neuropathic pain.
Discontinuing Amitril on your own can cause withdrawal symptoms. However, if you decide to stop it, then stop it slowly, and gradually. Do not stop suddenly. You are highly recommended to consult your doctor and check with him/her how to gradually decrease the dose, for example, 5mg of the dose is decreased every day when withdrawing this class of medicine. Do not decide the dose on your own seek medical help.
Yes Amitril causes drowsiness. It is one of the common side effects. If you are experiencing drowsiness after taking this drug, please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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