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Generic Elavil, Endep(Generic name: Amitriptyline Hydrochloride)
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Elavil, Endep (generic name Amitriptyline Hydrochloride) is used for the treatment of depression.
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brand names: Vanatrip, Elavil, Endep
generic names: Amitriptyline, perphenazine, Amitriptyline hydrochloride
How does it work? Amitriptyline belongs to a group of medicines known as tricyclic antidepressants (TCA).
In depression, it is thought that there is a decreased amount of the chemicals noradrenaline and serotonin released from nerve cells in the brain. Normally, when these chemicals are released from nerve cells they act to lighten mood. When they are reabsorbed back into the nerve cells, they no longer have an effect on mood.
Amitriptyline works by preventing the re-absorption of noradrenaline and serotonin back into the nerve cells. It therefore prolongs the mood-lightening effect of any released noradrenaline and serotonin. This helps relieve depression.
Perphenazine belongs to a group of medicines known as the phenothiazine antipsychotics. It is sometimes referred to as a 'major tranquilliser'.
It acts by blocking a variety of receptors in the brain, particularly dopamine receptors. Dopamine is involved in transmitting signals between brain cells. When there is an excess amount of dopamine in the brain it causes over-stimulation of dopamine receptors.
Dopamine receptors normally act to modify behaviour and it is thought that over-stimulation may result in anxiety and psychotic illness. Perphenazine blocks these receptors and stops them becoming over-stimulated, thereby helping to control anxiety.
The combination of these two medicines is used to treat depression with associated anxiety. The full benefits of antidepressant treatment with amitriptyline may not occur for two to four weeks.
This medicine should not be used for longer than three months, as the perphenazine component should only be used on a short term basis for the treatment of anxiety.
What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of Amitriptyline (Elavil) can be fatal. Symptoms of an Amitriptyline overdose may include uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), fainting, feeling light-headed, muscle stiffness, sweating, feeling hot or cold, blurred vision, vomiting, agitation, confusion, extreme drowsiness, or coma.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
Special warnings about Elavil In clinical studies, antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children and adolescents with depression and other psychiatric disorders. Anyone considering the use of Elavil or any other antidepressant in a child or adolescent must balance this risk with the clinical need. Elavil is not approved for treating children less than 12 years old. Additionally, the progression of major depression is associated with a worsening of symptoms and/or the emergence of suicidal thinking or behavior in both adults and children, whether or not they are taking antidepressants. Individuals being treated with Elavil and their caregivers should watch for any change in symptoms or any new symptoms that appear suddenly--especially agitation, extreme hyperactivity, restlessness, panic, hostility, anxiety, and suicidal thinking or behavior--and report them to the doctor immediately. Be especially observant at the beginning of treatment or whenever there is a change in dose. Do not stop taking Elavil abruptly, especially if you have been taking large doses for a long time. Your doctor probably will want to decrease your dosage gradually. This will help prevent a possible relapse and will reduce the possibility of withdrawal symptoms.
Label warnings - This medication may cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcoholic drink.
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