Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Elavil as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects                                                                  Elavil use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking dose of Elavil with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Elavil 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 Elavil as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Elavil can induce some dizziness and make one drowsy. Starting the medication at a low dose, watching for the response, and gradually changing the dose, to help optimum control of your symptoms, can contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication. If the dizziness becomes bothersome, report it to your physician and other health care [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Elavil as follows: Cardiovascular side-effects Elavil carries the risk of lowering the blood pressure. Hypotension, secondary to Elavil intake, can lead to episodes of confusion and dizziness, thus increasing the risk for fall and accidents. Elavil 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 Elavil as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Elavil 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 Elavil, 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 Elavil 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 [...]