I have been taking 10mg of amitriptyline for over a year for migraine prevention. After missing doses (probably 5 doses) in November while out of the country, I noticed feelings of anxiety, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. I started taking my medicine regularly after this, and the symptoms slowly went away.
This past weekend I missed a dose after a night of drinking. Since that missed dose I have been taking it normally, but am experiencing the same symptoms that I did in November. Is it possible for me to experience withdrawal symptoms after only missing one dose? If so, how long should I expect symptoms to last?
Missed dose of amitriptyline?
Question posted by Nataliejoyy on 28 Jan 2020
Last updated on 28 January 2020 by amybean1982
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amybean1982
28 Jan 2020
I missed a dose last night (i’m on the same dosage as you) and often get the feelings you describe. But I know if i take it again at my regular time i’ll soon feel better again. It usually rights itself in a few days but from my experience I try not to miss doses as much as possible these says because the withdrawal just isn’t worth it!
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