Description
Amitor 25 MG Tablet is an effective medicine used for the prevention of migraine attacks. It can also be used to treat neuropathic pain (nerve pain that may be caused by nerve damage or chronic diseases such as diabetes) in adults. It is also used to treat depression in adult patients.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Amitor 25 MG Tablet
Amit 25 MG Tablet
Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Amitone 25 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Centryp 25 MG Tablet
Usv Ltd.
Eliwel 25 MG Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Triptova 25 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Amitor 25 MG Tablet
- Headache
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Blurred vision
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
- Unexpected weight gain or loss
- Chest pain and discomfort
- Shortness of breath
- Weakness in one side of the body
- Slurred speech
- Seizures
- Decreased sexual urge
- Unusual bleeding
Uses of Amitor 25 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
- Migraine Prevention
- Bed wetting
- Neuropathic pain
- Depression
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?The effect of this medicine can be observed within 3-6 weeks of administration.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4-7 weeks after onset of action.
- Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?You should restrict or minimize the use of alcohol while taking this medicine. Symptoms like sleepiness, excessive sweating, muscle stiffness and change in pulse should be reported to the doctor on priority.
- Is this a habit forming medicine?No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?This medicine should be used by pregnant women only when the benefits outweigh the risk associated with usage. This medicine can cause harmful effects on fetus. Hence, you are advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?This medicine should not be used by women who are breastfeeding. If it is absolutely necessary to take this medicine then you should stop breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a history of allergy to it or any other component of the medicine.
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
This medicine is not recommended to use if you have taken Monoamine oxidase inhibitors within 14 days.
Cisapride
This medicine is not recommended for use along with Cisapride due to an increased risk of side effects on heart and blood vessels.
Heart attack
This medicine is not recommended for use if the patient is recovering from a recent heart attack.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine should be used by pregnant women only when the benefits outweigh the risk associated with usage. This medicine can cause harmful effects on fetus. Hence, you are advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine should not be used by women who are breastfeeding. If it is absolutely necessary to take this medicine then you should stop breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Sedation
Use of this medicine can cause moderate to severe sedation and impairment of physical abilities. You should avoid work that requires a high level of mental alertness while using this medicine.
Hypotension
This medicine should be used with the caution due to the risk of sudden fall in blood pressure.
Liver disease
This medicine should be used with caution if you are suffering from impaired liver functioning. Report all such conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution if you are suffering from impaired kidney function. Report all such conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Bipolar disorder
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from bipolar disorder. Symptoms of mania and depression can worsen upon usage of this medicine. Consult your doctor and report the incidence of bipolar depression or mania before receiving this medicine.
Suicidal tendencies
Use of this medicine is reported to provoke suicidal thoughts and increased suicidal tendencies, especially in young patients. Report any such incidence to the doctor so that counseling and monitoring of progress can be performed at regular intervals.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
This medicine should be used with caution if you have an enlarged prostate gland. The symptoms might worsen after using this medicine.
Withdrawal symptoms
The use of this medicine should not be discontinued abruptly. You may experience withdrawal symptoms especially if you have been using a high dose for a long duration. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other medicine
This medicine is known to interact with many other medicines. Report the use of all the medicines including supplements and herbs to the doctor before starting to taking this medicine.
Surgery
Use of this medicine is not recommended if you are planning to undergo a surgery in near future. Consult your doctor in this regard so that it can be discontinued properly.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose should be skipped.
Overdose
Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdose may include a change in pulse rates, severe drowsiness, confusion, vomiting, hallucinations, convulsions, and fainting. Immediate medical intervention may be required if the overdose symptoms are severe.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Use of alcohol can change the response of Amitor 25 MG Tablet and can cause some serious side effects on the body.
Instructions
You should restrict or minimize the use of alcohol while taking this medicine. Symptoms like sleepiness, excessive sweating, muscle stiffness and change in pulse should be reported to the doctor on priority.
Interaction with Medicine
Cisapride
Clozapine
Fluoxetine
Linezolid
Ondansetron
Selegeline
Phenylephrine
Disease interactions
Heart Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart disease like heart failure, stroke, heart block etc. A fall in blood pressure, changes in the pulse, dizziness and other associated complications should be reported to the doctor. It is advised to not take this medicine if the patient has recently suffered a heart attack.
Pheochromocytoma
This medicine should be administered with extreme caution in patients suffering from Pheochromocytoma, the risk of severe to fatal change in blood pressure is very high. Suitable dose adjustment and clinical monitoring of the symptoms is recommended in such cases.
Seizure disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a seizure disorder. Seizures may be caused due to a disease, some other medicine, head injury in the past etc. Using this medicine can cause more frequent and severe episodes of seizures.
Diabetes
This medicine should be used with caution if you have diabetes as the risk of changes in blood sugar levels are very high. You should get your blood sugar levels checked more frequently while using this medicine.
Glaucoma
This medicine should be used with caution if you have glaucoma. Use of this medicine can worsen the symptoms of both closed and open-angle glaucoma.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the labeled instructions while taking this medicine. Ensure that the right quantity of medicine is consumed for the prescribed duration only. Initial use may worsen the symptoms of depression and it may take up to 20-30 days for any improvement to happen. Usage should not be stopped abruptly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine is believed to work by increasing the concentration of norepinephrine and serotonin which are the two primary chemical messengers in the brain.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Tricyclic antidepressants
Schedule
Schedule H
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