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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Elavil as follows: Panic disorders and anxiety Inhibition of serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake with Elavil contributes to improved relaxation, promotion of feelings of contentment, and stabilization of mood with allaying of unrealistic fears. So, Elavil can be used for mood enhancement, management and relief of agitation during states of panic, phobia, and anxiety. Neuropathy and migraine Elavil, by unknown mechanism of action, helps control nerve pain and migraine [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Elavil as follows: Bipolar disorder Elavil can be used along with other antipsychotics for management of symptoms of bipolar disorder. Bed-wetting in children Action of the neurochemical acetylcholine on the smooth muscle of bladder results in contraction of bladder, bladder emptying, and urination. Elavil reportedly inhibits the action of acetylcholine on the bladder and thus, inhibits bladder emptying. This action of Elavil helps with preventing/reducing episodes of nocturnal [...]