Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-changes in vision
-confusion
-elevated mood, decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts, impulsive behavior
-eye pain
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-feeling agitated, angry, or irritable
-fever with increased sweating
-hallucination, loss of contact with reality
-seizures
-stiff muscles
-suicidal thoughts or other mood changes
-tingling, pain, or numbness in the feet or hands
-trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
-trouble sleeping
-unusually weak or tired
-vomiting
-yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-change in sex drive or performance
-change in appetite or weight
-constipation
-dizziness
-dry mouth
-nausea
-tired
-tremors
-upset stomach

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA