Pack size: Strip of 10 Tablets  |  Price is for the whole Strip

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Amitriptyline + Chlordiazepoxide

Form: Tablet 12.5mg+5mg

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Depression']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Constipation', 'Difficulty in urination', 'Weight gain', 'Confusion', 'Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)', 'Tiredness', 'Blurred vision', 'Dryness in mouth', 'Increased heart rate', 'Uncoordinated body movements', 'Depression', 'Memory impairment']}

How to use __NAME__

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. __NAME__ may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a combination of two medicines: Amitriptyline and Chlordiazepoxide, which treats depression. Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant which increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression. Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine (BZD) which works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As __NAME__ may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of __NAME__ may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.