Amitriptyline

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Dec 14, 2022

Pros & Cons


Amitriptyline Pros and Cons

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  • Amitriptyline is available in various dose strengths.
  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • This medicine is available in a low-cost generic form.

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  • Amitriptyline tends to cause more side effects than some other antidepressant drugs.
  • This medicine may not be suitable for people with certain medical conditions such as heart disease, glaucoma, prostate enlargement, liver disease, and seizures. 
  • Amitriptyline may not be the best choice for elderly patients aged 65 years and above.