I have been on this drug for apprx 11 yrs now for my REM sleep related to my Fibromyalgia. It works wonders, I can't sleep without it! And it helps with the nighttime pain. BUT, since I have been on it all these years it has put 30lbs on me! Seriously, I used to be 120lbs with never a weight issue in my life. And I am a "clean" eater. Almost a vegetarian. I've just been considering talking with m...
I am shocked how many different "diagnosis" doctors treat with this drug! This is exactly why I do NOT see doctors. I refuse to be a lab rat. If you are depressed...change your lifestyle. DON'T Take mind altering drugs.
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gailsie47 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/29/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
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Suffered from migraines for years, tried many different meds...amitriptyline was the first one to help me. I was on it for about 5 years, had one headache in that time and have been migraine free for almost 10 years.
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Celeste | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/24/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 4.3
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I took this med for migraine prevention and insomnia. Worked great for these conditions but I gained 60 lbs in about 10 months. Until reading this message board, I didn't know that it caused weight gain. I didn't know why I had gained so much, but now I have a pretty good idea. I have always been thin, unable to gain weight even if I wanted to. I was 5'8" tall and weighed 110-115 lbs. Now I weigh almost 170. I am angry that I was not warned of this potential side effect.
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ajnot | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/21/2007
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.0
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I feel irritable and have put on a tremendous amount of weight
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fayzzzz1 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/21/2007
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 4.0
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Pain has been better, sleeping is amazing, less stressed throughout day...weight gain a bit frustrating, but feel overall better with this drug.
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yvon | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/19/2007
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 3.7
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This medication works for easing pain and calming anxiety. The major problem: it increases the appetite. I gained a substantial amount of weight while on this medication.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/17/2007
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 4.7
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The relief from neuropathic pain was within days of taking the first one. However, the weight gain experienced reduces my overall satisfaction. I will discuss it with my health provider.
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10/15/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 2.7
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alexlee2112 | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/15/2007
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 5.0
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Was given this medication for help with some facial nerve damage. One of the happy side effects was the lessening of monthly migrains.My first dosage 50mg left me so dizzy I couldn't lift my head. Now I take 1 25mg before bed- and get into bed.Double the dose a week before my period. But alas, I'll never loose weight on this pill, but it's way worth it.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
10/14/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 2.7
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Have lost 2/3 of my hair and have constant dry mouth. Have also gained 22 pounds since starting in Aug. 2006. No longer helping the head pain.
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fibromess | 45-54 | Female | Patient
10/13/2007
Condition: Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome
Overall rating 1.3
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This drug made my tongue and lips swell and I felt like I was going to die.
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Pat Fondale | 75 or over | Female | Patient
10/13/2007
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 4.3
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This medicatio along with Neuronton takes the edge off my pain and makes life bearable.
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Anonymous |
10/12/2007
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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Using for both fibromyalgia and anxiety, and the headaches that accompany anxiety. Wonderful that it works for all conditions, the pain has virtually disappeared.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/12/2007
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 5.0
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I had chronic pain from surgery for three years and within a day of taking the amitriptyline oral,the pain was reduced and is now barely a shadow. Side effects for me has been slightly sleepy & dry mouth. I found taking in quarters every ten hours keeps the pain down. I'm thrilled to start back into a quality of life again! No other affects except for the pain.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/12/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
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Just take one get good rest wake up no headaches or mirgraine
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bigredjen | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/10/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 4.3
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I suffered from a recurring daily migraine, which started to subside after about 6 weeks on this medication. Side effects have included drowsiness, heartburn, cravings for sweets, and weight gain. Taking it at night eases the dopey feeling somewhat. Drink lots of water!
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
10/9/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 3.3
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As long as i kept taking this medication on a regular basis it worked really well. More than two days of it though i would feel extremely depressed and at times suicidal
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
10/7/2007
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
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works with fewer side affects than vicadon
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amtmatson | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/5/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 1.0
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I am a female and was around 20 years old and took a small dosage (10mg) at bedtime and had paralysis while I was still awake, I could not move nor speak for about 30 minutes - it was a terrifying experience - I took it for 2 or 3 nights but the effects never diminished - now I always mark on my medical records that I cannot take that medicine.
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Charlie.W | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/5/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 3.0
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It seems to be helping the migraines, but a few days after starting the med, I began to experience dizzyness when moving my head. Also, when standing up I am dizzy for a few seconds.
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Ms.D | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/27/2007
Condition: Migraine Prevention
Overall rating 4.3
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This medication was taken in 50mg dosages for me nightly but it made me gain over 50 pounds in less than 4 months. I was having high bood pressure problems and I was almost 200 pounds
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