Amitriptyline (Elavil) Flashcards

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Adverse effects

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Sedation, orthostatic hypotension, anticholinergic effects

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Most Dangerous

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Cardiac toxicity

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Common side effects

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Dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, urinary retention, cognitive and/or memory impairment, and increased body temperature.

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Blackbox Warning

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US FDA pregnancy: adverse effect on the fetus
Breastfeeding mothers that require this drug can remain on it, but it will be excreted in breast milk.

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