NORTRIPTYLINE

Composition of Nortriptyline:

This medicine is for oral administration and contains the following inactive ingredients colloidal silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, and magnesium stearate. The shells of the medicine contain methylparaben, gelatin, sodium lauryl sulfate and titanium dioxide. It may also contain benzyl alcohol, edetate calcium disodium, silicon dioxide or sodium propionate.

Nortriptyline 25 mg tablets for treating depression

Uses of Nortriptyline:

This medicine is used to treat depression and bedwetting in children. It is also used to treat labile affect, chronic pain, migraine and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Side- Effects of Nortriptyline:

Most of the medicines have side effects, which usually go away in time. Some of the side effects can worsen if not treated. Consult your doctor immediately if you have the below side effects.

• Blurred vision
• Uncontrolled muscle movement
• Constipation
• Breast swelling
• Decreased sex drive
• Pounding heartbeats
• Weakness
• Impotence
• Tunnel vision
• Eye pain or swelling
• Halos around lights
• Difficulty having an orgasm
• Problems with speech, or balance
• Sore throat
• Easy bruising
• Unusual bleeding
• Rashes
• Upper stomach pain
• Loss of appetite
• Jaundice
• Difficulty in urination
• Agitation
• Hallucinations
• Fever
• Overactive reflexes
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Sleep problems
• Dry mouth
• Unusual taste
• Light-headed feeling
• Convulsions
• New chest pain

This may not be the complete list of all side effects. Consult a doctor for more information.

Contraindications of Nortriptyline:

MAO inhibitor can cause a dangerous drug interaction if used with this medicine. This medicine can induce suicidal tendencies in some of the young patients. Make sure to report any such symptoms to the doctor immediately. If the patient had recently had a heart attack, then do not use this medicine. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it or to any inactive ingredients of this medicine. If you have a history of medical conditions such as heart attack, stroke, seizure, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, liver disease, thyroid disorder, diabetes, or glaucoma, then share the same with your doctor. It is imperative that the family of such patients is aware of the mood swings of the patients and how to deal with it. Share the details of all the medicines you use prescription, non-prescription or herbal product, with the doctor. This will help prevent any major drug interactions. This medicine is not approved for use in children, without proper medical consultation. Make sure that you do not take overdose of this medicine. If you have missed a dose and it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Over dosage of this medicine can even lead to death. If you experience any allergic reactions after taking this medicine, then stop using it and reach out to a doctor for more instructions. Do not drink alcohol or any alcoholic beverages while using this medicine.

Pregnancy and Nortriptyline:

Inform the doctor immediately if you are pregnant, while using this medicine. This medicine can harm the fetus and can lead to several complications post birth. It is not yet established if the medicine is safe to be used during breastfeeding. Refer to a doctor to understand the risks involved.

• About medication Nortriptyline (PDF file)