Amitone Syrup

Quick info

Amitone Syrup is a tricyclic antidepressant used to treat and prevent various problems such as depression, neuropathic pain, and migraine. Amitone Syrup is normally taken before bedtime because it can make you feel sleepy. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. The initial dose should be increased with great caution under close supervision. This medicine may not work straight away and it could be several weeks before you get the full effects. How long you need to use it will depend on what you are taking it for but it is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor. Stopping the medicine suddenly can worsen your conditions or cause other symptoms. Your dose may be modified or gradually decreased before stopping the medication.

How it works

Amitone Syrup contains Amitriptyline, a tricyclic antidepressant. It has anticholinergic and sedative properties. It prevents the reuptake and hence the inactivation of neurotransmitters called noradrenaline and serotonin that are present at the nerve terminals in our brain. Reuptake prevention of these monoamine neurotransmitters potentiate their action in the brain. This appears to be associated with the antidepressant activity and helps in regulating the mood. It also stops the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain thereby relieving neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Amitone Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Tips

• It may take 4 to 6 weeks for Amitone Syrup to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
• It may cause sleepiness. Take it at bedtime and do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Monitor your weight during the treatment as this medicine can cause weight gain and increased appetite.
• It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
• Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.

Side Effects

• The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, sweating, dry mouth, sleepiness, tremor, dizziness, headache, speech disorder, accommodation disorder, palpitations, increased heart rate, orthostatic hypotension, and nasal congestion.