Can amitriptyline be taken for a long time

Amitriptyline is generally not recommended for long-term use. Long-term use of amitriptyline may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, including nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, etc.; some patients taking this product for a long period of time may experience blurred vision, drowsiness and other symptoms, and may even cause difficulty in urination. This situation will then bring great impact on the patient’s body, so it is not recommended to take it for a long time. Amitriptyline is mainly a kind of drug for treating mental illnesses, such as anxiety, depression, etc. If the condition is more serious and requires long-term medication, it must be strictly followed by the doctor’s instructions. When the condition is more serious, it can also be combined with other anti-psychotic drugs for treatment, such as diazepam and paroxetine. Allergic to the product, recent history of myocardial infarction, glaucoma, prostate hyperplasia patients and lactating women are prohibited to use this product. For severe hepatic and renal insufficiency, women during pregnancy should use this product with caution, if there is an allergic reaction during the use of the drug, it is necessary to stop using it as soon as possible. The use of the above drugs should be used in strict accordance with medical advice to avoid serious adverse consequences.