Nortriptyline for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome User Reviews

Brand names: Pamelor

Rating: 4.2

Nortriptyline has an average rating of 4.2 out of 10 from a total of 6 reviews for the off-label treatment of reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome. 17% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 50% reported a negative experience.

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Sul...
August 2, 2010

"Took the edge off the pain. Did boost my mood, and the tiredness took a day or two to adjust to. The worst was the dry mouth - I couldn't go anywhere without a bottle of water - and my blood pressure dropped to a dangerous low. When my doctor took me off it, I ended up in the ER with a flare-up I hadn't experienced since being on the medicine."

7 / 10

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She...
Taken for less than 1 month
June 14, 2019

"Still had unbearable pain at times. Pain was still 24/7, but somewhat reduced. Very bad dry mouth, felt like I was choking all the time. I was always tired, but unable to sleep. Did not help suicidal thoughts."

2 / 10

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Pug...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
November 18, 2022

"I’m taking nortriptyline 30 mg in addition to Pregabalin 150 mg per day. The Pregabalin wasn’t helpful enough on its own, even when on a dose of 450 mg per day. Nortriptyline has allowed me to bear more weight on my affected arm and increased my arm’s tolerance to being used (RSD in shoulder and arm). This has allowed me to be able to do more basic daily activities. Without it, I wouldn’t be able to do most chores, grocery shop, or even drive very far. I am very slowly adding on more activities. When I am on Pregabalin only, my progress remains stagnant and I have to rest most of the time to manage the pain. Side effects are annoying (morning tiredness, headache, brain fog, and dry mouth), but they’re better than the pain and lack of function. I’d rate it a 10 if it weren’t for the side effects."

8 / 10

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wha...
November 21, 2014

"Minimal positive effects. Did have less weight gain on this than amitriptyline. Not a miracle by any means. Did experience negative emotional effects on this medication."

3 / 10

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crp...
March 13, 2013

Nortriptyline "Had this medicine for two months along with 500 mg Vitamin C. No relief."

1 / 10

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Sta...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
January 1, 2021

"Anyone experiencing body aches on this drug? I feel like I have the flu on this medication."

4 / 10

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