Generic Name (S): nortriptyline
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Nortriptyline, sold under the brand name Pamelor, among others, is a medication used to treat depression
Adult
For this medicine, the following should be considered: Allergies
Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor
Pamelor® (nortriptyline HCl) is indicated for the relief of symptoms of depression
Occasionally, it's also used to treat depression and bedwetting in children (nocturnal
Generic name: nortriptyline hydrochloride
Uses
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
Nortriptyline tablets come in 3 different strengths, 10mg, 25mg or 50mg
This class of medications works on the central nervous system by increasing the level of serotonin in your brain
Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions
Generic nortriptyline is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower
(Pamelor), and Medscape - Indication-specific dosing for Pamelor, Aventyl (nortriptyline), frequency-based adverse effects, comprehensive interactions, contraindications, pregnancy & lactation schedules, and cost information
The oral solution contains nortriptyline hydrochloride equivalent to 10 mg/5 mL (38
Nortriptyline and amitriptyline are orally administered generic TCAs that are FDA-approved to treat MDD or, in an off-label setting, nerve pain or migraine prevention
Nortriptyline has an average rating of 8
Inactive Ingredients: Colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate and pregelatinized starch
It is available in generic and brand versions
Nortriptyline may cause other side effects
• Has many unpleasant side effects compared to other antidepressants