amitriptyline Flashcards
1
Q
amitriptyline class
A
tricyclic antidepressant
2
Q
s/e of amitriptyline
A
anti muscarinic
- drowsiness
- dry mouth
- blurred vision (COAG rarely)
- constipation
- urinary retention
3
Q
indications for amitriptyline
A
antidepressant (not recommended)
migraine prophylaxis (not licenced)
neuropathic pain (not licenced)
4
Q
Why are limited quantities of amitriptyline prescribed at one time?
A
CV efects are dangerous in OD
high rate of fatality in OD
