Amitryn 50 SR Tablet [Amitriptyline (50mg)]

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amitryn 50 SR Tablet.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Amitryn 50 SR Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may impair your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.

- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Amitryn 50 SR Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Amitryn 50 SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 10 tablet sr

Chemical Class :: Dibenzocycloheptenes Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS

Treatment of Depression|Treatment of Migraine|Neuropathic pain

Store below 30?C

Q. What other lifestyle changes should I make to get maximum benefit of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet?::: Antidepressants, including Amitryn 50 SR Tablet, are just one of several approaches to treat depression. Certain lifestyle changes can help you get maximum benefit of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet and help you recover fast. Keeping active and eating a healthy diet can make a significant difference to how quickly you recover from depression. Think positively and try to discuss your thoughts with others to reduce stress. Practice yoga or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep to calm your mind. Stay away from smoking or alcohol consumption as these will only worsen your depression. Take your medicines as prescribed even if you start feeling better.| Q. Is there anything I need to be careful about while on therapy with Amitryn 50 SR Tablet?::: Amitryn 50 SR Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. So, avoid driving or using machinery until you know how the medicine affects you. Also, it is not advisable to drink alcohol during treatment with this medicine as it might increase sleepiness.| Q. Can the use of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet affect my sex life? ::: Yes, Amitryn 50 SR Tablet can affect sex life in both men and women. It may cause decreased sexual desire or you may experience discomfort during intercourse. Men may experience inability to develop or maintain an erection during sexual activity and may be unable to have an orgasm. If you notice these symptoms, do not stop taking the medicine but consult your doctor.| Q. I have been taking Amitryn 50 SR Tablet for depression since a week and recently I have been wanting to harm myself. What should I do? Is it because of the medicine?::: You should immediately consult your doctor or go to the hospital. Your suicidal tendencies may have increased because of your disease or the medicine. Generally, Amitryn 50 SR Tablet takes about 2 weeks to show its effect but may take longer. Therefore, when you start taking Amitryn 50 SR Tablet, you may have thoughts about killing or harming yourself. This is more common in people who previously had suicidal tendencies or are young adults (less than 25 years old). However, the effect of medicine is different for every individual.| Q. Can Amitryn 50 SR Tablet cause urinary problems? ::: Yes, Amitryn 50 SR Tablet can cause urinary problems. It is more commonly seen in elderly patients who are more than 65 years old. The patient may face difficulty in passing urine which can further lead to a urinary tract infection. Consult your doctor immediately if you develop these symptoms.| Q. If my pain is not relieved, can I take more than the recommended dose?::: No, you should use Amitryn 50 SR Tablet strictly as prescribed by the doctor. If the dose exceeds, you may develop drowsiness, confusion, difficulty in speech, dry mouth, tiredness, difficulty in walking, fever, difficulty in breathing, blue discoloration of the skin and decreased heartbeat. Your pain may not be relieved because Amitryn 50 SR Tablet takes about 2 weeks to show its effect, but it may take longer in some cases. The duration of treatment can differ from individual to individual. Consult your doctor if your symptoms are not relieved.| Q. Does Amitryn 50 SR Tablet cause any effect on pregnancy or the newborn?::: Do not take Amitryn 50 SR Tablet during pregnancy unless recommended by the doctor. If you take this medicine during the last trimester of the pregnancy, the newborn may develop symptoms such as irritability, rigidity, irregular body movements, irregular breathing, poor drinking, loud crying, difficulty in urinating and constipation.| Q. I have been prescribed Amitryn 50 SR Tablet for pain. When will I start feeling better?::: You may start feeling better after 2 weeks of starting Amitryn 50 SR Tablet. However, it may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of the medicine.| Q. Can I stop taking Amitryn 50 SR Tablet when my pain is relieved?::: No, do not stop taking Amitryn 50 SR Tablet even if the pain is relieved. You should use Amitryn 50 SR Tablet as advised by the doctor. Stopping the medicine suddenly may cause unpleasant symptoms like headache, feeling unwell, sleeplessness and irritability. Consult your doctor for the duration of the treatment since the dose of Amitryn 50 SR Tablet needs to be reduced gradually.| Q. How long does Amitryn 50 SR Tablet take to work?::: You may see an improvement in your symptoms after a couple of weeks, although it usually takes between 4 and 6 weeks before you feel the benefits. Do not stop taking Amitryn 50 SR Tablet after 1 or 2 weeks just because you feel it is not helping your symptoms. Give the medicine at least 6 weeks to work.| Q. How will Amitryn 50 SR Tablet make me feel?::: Antidepressants like Amitryn 50 SR Tablet help to gradually lift your mood. You may notice that you sleep better and are less anxious. You may worry less about little things that used to bother you. Amitryn 50 SR Tablet will not make you feel excessively or unusually happy. It will help you feel like yourself again.