Amitryn 25 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression. Other than this, Amitryn 25 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Amitryn 25 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amitryn 25 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amitryn 25 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Amitryn 25 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Amitryn 25 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amitryn 25 Tablet related warnings section.
Amitryn 25 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Arrhythmia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amitryn 25 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Amitryn 25 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amitryn 25 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amitryn 25 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amitryn 25 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amitryn 25 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amitryn shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amitryn 25 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Amitryn. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Amitryn 25 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Amitryn rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amitryn 25 Tablet on the Liver?
Amitryn may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Amitryn 25 Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Amitryn. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Amitryn 25 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amitryn 25 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amitryn 25 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Amitryn 25 Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amitryn 25 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amitryn 25 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amitryn 25 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Amitryn 25 Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amitryn 25 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amitryn 25 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amitryn 25 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amitryn 25 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Taking Amitryn with diazepam can increase the risk of drowsiness and sleepiness. Breathing difficulties have also been reported. Hence, avoid using these two medicines together until and unless prescribed by your doctor.
Amitryn should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. However, it's best to take in the evening with or without food as this medicine induces sleep.
Yes, Amitryn can cause dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Amitryn is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for people if taken without doctor's advice.
Amitryn 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.
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