Drug Interaction Report

Talk to your doctor before using protriptyline together with rivastigmine. Medications like protriptyline may reduce the effectiveness of rivastigmine. In addition, patients with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia may be more likely to experience nervous system side effects of protriptyline such as drowsiness, confusion, and mental impairment. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Ask your doctor before using protriptyline together with ethanol (alcohol), this can alter the effects of protriptyline and cause increased side effects. Call the doctor if you experience uneven heartbeats, extreme drowsiness, confusion, agitation, vomiting, blurred vision, sweating, muscle stiffness, feeling light-headed, and seizures. You should be warned not to exceed recommended dosages, to avoid alcohol, and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely take this combination. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.