Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Amitriptyline as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects                                                                  Amitriptyline use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking dose of amitriptyline with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Amitriptyline can also induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic relief of [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Amitriptyline as follows: Cardiovascular side-effects Amitriptyline carries the risk of lowering the blood pressure. Hypotension, secondary to amitriptyline intake, can lead to episodes of confusion and dizziness, thus increasing the risk for fall and accidents. Amitriptyline also carries the risk of causing and/or aggravating cardiac arrhythmias, leading to severe debility and death. Individuals can present with episodes of chest pain, rapid heart rate, palpitations, dizziness, and shortness [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Amitriptyline as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Amitriptyline use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with amitriptyline, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take amitriptyline as follows: Take the medication at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Do not change the dose on this medication without consulting your physician. This medication can induce some nausea and vomiting, when taken on empty stomach. Taking the medication [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of amitriptyline as follows: Bipolar disorder Amitriptyline can be used along with other antipsychotics for management of symptoms of bipolar disorder. Panic disorders and anxiety Inhibition of serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake with amitriptyline contributes to improved relaxation, promotion of feelings of contentment, and stabilization of mood with allaying of unrealistic fears. So, amitriptyline can be used for mood enhancement, management and relief of agitation during states of panic, phobia, [...]