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Amitriptyline in GERD

2022-10-18 07:48:19
Is Amitriptyline (10 MG ) prescribed in GERD as well ? Doctor has prescribed Amitriptyline along with (Rabeprazole /Itopride ). Does Amitriptyline serve purpose in reducing reflux in GERD patient along with its antidepressant property ?
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Adding amitriptyline to a PPI was more effective than a double-dose of PPI in patients with functional chest pain refractory to a conventional dose of PPI. Hence it's good for chronic

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