Amitriptyline

For adults between 18 to 64 years old:

• A starting dose of 75 mg per day, usually divided into different doses.
• Your doctor will slowly increase your dosage if needed.
• The maximum dosage is 150 mg per day.
• Alternative dosage starts with 50 to 100 mg at bedtime, to be increased by 25 mg as needed, for a total of 150 mg per day.
• The maximum dose for relieving pain is 75 mg per day.  Amitriptyline dosage for migraines may be increased.

For children between the ages 0 to 17:

The usage of this medicine in children younger than 17 years has not yet been proven to be safe and effective.

Dosage for seniors, 65 years and older:

The kidneys of older adults are not as functional as they used to be. This could result in a slower breakdown of drugs in the body, with more of the drug staying in your body for a longer period of time. This increases your risk of possible side effects. Your doctor may lower your dose or frequency to prevent this drug from building up in your body.

During the first few hours of taking Amitriptyline, it may cause drowsiness and dizziness. If you notice drowsiness as a result of taking this drug, your doctor may instruct you to take the dose at bedtime.

Can Amitriptyline cause headaches or other side effects?

Headaches are one of the common possible side effects of this medicine, along with:

• Numbness and tingling sensation in the arms and legs
• Confusion
• Blurred vision
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Skin rash
• Nausea
• Swelling of your face and tongue
• Unexpected weight gain or loss

If the side effects are mild, there is a high chance that they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they are more severe and persistent, report them to your doctor.

Amitriptyline may also cause the following serious side effects:

• Heart attack. The symptoms include
• Chest pain
• Pain or pressure in the chest or upper body
• Shortness of breath
• Stroke, the symptoms of which include slurred speech and weakness in one part or side of the body

If these serious side effects develop, call your doctor immediately or call emergency medical services. These symptoms can sometimes be life-threatening and may require urgent care.

Before you start taking this medication, inform your doctor if you are allergic to it, other tricyclic antidepressants, or if you have other allergies. This medication may have inactive ingredients that may trigger an allergic reaction or other problems.

Discuss your medical history with your doctor before you start using this medication, especially if it includes breathing problems, bleeding problems, problems with the liver, problems with the prostate, recent heart attack, overactive thyroid, family history of glaucoma, family history of mental or mood conditions, family history of seizures or suicides, and conditions that may increase your risk of seizures.

This medicine may cause you to be drowsy or dizzy, or blur your vision. Alcohol consumption and marijuana use may further worsen this. Avoid activities that require your focus or a clear vision until it is absolutely safe to do so. Stay away from alcoholic beverages and discuss marijuana use with your doctor.

Drug interactions may change the effectiveness of medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Inform your doctor if you are currently taking other medications. Do not decide on your own on starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of any medicines without asking your doctor.

Your doctor will examine if Amitriptyline can interact with any of the medications you are currently taking.

You can safely buy Amitriptyline online at True Medical. You will first need to have an online consultation with a medical doctor or present a valid prescription before the order is processed if you intend to use Amitriptyline for migraines or another condition. The online consultation will ensure that you are properly checked before the medicine is supplied. You may choose the next day delivery service upon checkout to receive your medicine the following day.