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Elavil (generic)
Drug Uses
Elavil is indicated for the relief of symptoms of depression.
Endogenous depression is more likely to be alleviated
than are other depressive states.
How Taken
Elavil comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually
taken one to four times a day and may be taken with
or without food. Take Elavil exactly as directed. Do
not take more or less of it or take it more often than
prescribed by your doctor. Continue to take Elavil even
if you feel well. Do not stop taking Elavil without
talking to your doctor, especially if you have taken
large doses for a long time. Your doctor probably will
want to decrease your dose gradually. This drug must
be taken regularly for a few weeks before its full effect
is felt. Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Elavil, tell your doctor if you have liver
disease; kidney disease; asthma; thyroid disease; diabetes;
stomach or intestinal problems; high blood pressure
or heart disease; had a heart attack in the last 6 weeks;
an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating; or glaucoma.
You may not be able to take Elavil, or you may require
a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment
if you have any of the conditions listed above. Elavil
may be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Elavil
without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant
or could become pregnant during treatment. Elavil passes
into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. Do not
take Elavil without first talking to your doctor if
you are breast-feeding a baby. If you are over 60 years
of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects
such as drowsiness, dizziness, unsteadiness, feeling
uncoordinated and low blood pressure. Your doctor may
prescribe a lower dose of this medication. Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it
is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose,
skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed.
Do not take a double dose of this medication unless
otherwise directed by your doctor. Possible Side Effects
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or
change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you
to continue taking Elavil. Older adults are especially
liable to certain side effects of Elavil, including
rapid heartbeat, constipation, dry mouth, blurred vision,
sedation, and confusion, and are in greater danger of
sustaining a fall. Side effects may include: Abnormal
movements, anxiety, black tongue, blurred vision, breast
development in males, breast enlargement, coma, confusion,
constipation, delusions, diarrhea, difficult or frequent
urination, difficulty in speech, dilation of pupils,
disorientation, disturbed concentration, dizziness on
getting up, dizziness or light-headedness, drowsiness,
dry mouth, excessive or spontaneous flow of milk, excitement,
fatigue, fluid retention, hair loss, hallucinations,
headache, heart attack, hepatitis, high blood pressure,
high fever, high or low blood sugar, hives, impotence,
inability to sleep, increased or decreased sex drive,
increased perspiration, increased pressure within the
eye, inflammation of the mouth, intestinal obstruction,
irregular heartbeat, lack or loss of coordination, loss
of appetite, low blood pressure, nausea, nightmares,
numbness, rapid and/or fast, fluttery heartbeat, rash,
red or purple spots on skin, restlessness, ringing in
the ears, seizures, sensitivity to light, stomach upset,
strange taste, stroke, swelling due to fluid retention
in the face and tongue, swelling of testicles, swollen
glands, tingling and pins and needles in the arms and
legs, tremors, vomiting, weakness, weight gain or loss,
yellowed eyes and skin. Side effects due to rapid decrease
or abrupt withdrawal from Elavil include: Headache,
nausea, vague feeling of bodily discomfort Side effects
due to gradual dosage reduction may include: Dream and
sleep disturbances, irritability, and restlessness.
Storage
Store Elavil tablets in a well-closed container. Avoid
storage at temperatures above 30?C (86?F). In addition,
Elavil tablets 10 mg must be protected from light and
stored in a well-closed, light-resistant container.
Overdose
Critical manifestations of overdose include: cardiac
dysrhythmias, severe hypotension, convulsions, and CNS
depression, including coma. Changes in the electrocardiogram,
particularly in QRS axis or width, are clinically significant
indictors of tricyclic antidepressant toxicity. Other
signs of overdose may include: impaired myocardial contractility,
confusion, disturbed concentration, transient visual
hallucinations, and dilated pupils, disorders of ocular
motility, agitation, hyperactive reflexes, stupor, drowsiness,
muscle rigidity, vomiting, hypothermia, and hyperpyrexia.
Deaths may occur from over dosage with this class of
drugs. More Information
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Elavil may cause drowsiness
or dizziness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness,
avoid these activities. Dizziness is likely to occur
when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise
slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall. Use
alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness
and dizziness while you are taking Elavil. Do not stop
taking Elavil suddenly. This could cause symptoms such
as nausea, headache, and malaise. Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose. It should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient. We
disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability
of this information, and/or any consequences arising
from the use of this information, including damage or
adverse consequences to persons or property, however
such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either
expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
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