AMITRIPTYLINE hydrochloride, 25mg, tab.
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300490
Last Updated on:
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2.3 - Medicines for other common symptoms in palliative care
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
24.2.1 - Medicines for depressive disorders
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
N06AA09
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
AMITRIPTYLINE
Therapeutic Action
Antidepressant, non-selective monoamine reuptake inhibitor (tricyclic antidepressant)
Indications
Neuropathic pain, in association with gabapentine
Major depression
Instructions for use
SSRI antidepressants (fluoxetine, paroxetine) are antidepressants with fewer contraindications and adverse effects and are first line in treatment of depression.
Precautions for Use
Administer with caution and monitor combination with:
- CNS depressants (opioid analgesics, sedatives, H1 anti-histamines, etc.)
- medicines known to have anticholinergic effects (atropine, chlorpromazine, promethazine, etc.)
- medicines which lower the seizure threshold (antipsychotics, mefloquine, etc.)
- serotonergic medicines (SSRI, tricyclic antidepressants, ondansetron, tramadol, etc.)
- anti-hypertensive medicines
Storage
Below 25ºC