is there a drug to replace it
How do I get off amitriptyline?
Question posted by Ellson on 5 June 2021
Last updated on 24 July 2021 by Jo Van Dam
Added 5 June 2021:
Is their a drug to replace it? My breasts grew and I've developed tardive dyskinesia
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Jo Van Dam
24 July 2021
Discontinuing this medication slowly is extremely important. It’s advised through the survivingantidepressants.org site not to exceed 10% decreases per month. Replacing it is generally not useful, in my opinion, and can possibly worsen the symptoms you’re currently experiencing.
Silimus
5 June 2021
There is a sister drug. You will need to search it or ask your gp about it. If you are replacing it does that mean you are having issues with amitriptyline?
Ellson
5 June 2021
what is the sister drug? Does it have less side effects
Silimus
5 June 2021
Nortriptyline
Not sure, ive personally never tried it. I use amitriptyline for back pain 20mg daily
Ellson
5 June 2021
Thank you
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