pharmacology list 2021 (1).pdf – brand generic classification indication Side effects adverse reactions Route/form elavil amitriptyline hydrochloride

brand
generic
classification
indication
Side effects/
adverse
reactions
Route/form
elavil
amitriptyline
hydrochloride
This medication
belongs to a class
of medications
called tricyclic
antidepressants
.
It works by
affecting the
balance of certain
natural chemicals
(neurotransmitter
s such as
serotonin) in the
brain.
This medication is
used to treat
mental
/
mood
problems such as
depression. It may
help improve
mood and feelings
of well-being,
relieve anxiety and
tension, help you
sleep better, and
increase your
energy level.
Drowsiness,
dizziness, dry
mouth, blurred
vision,
constipation,
weight gain, or
trouble urinating
may occur
Amitriptyline dosage
formulations come in
various forms, the most
common being oral
form. The initial dose
recommended for
depression is 25 mg/day
at bedtime. For off-label
use, such as for chronic
pain, therapy can initiate
a much lower dose of 10
to 20 mg/day.
wellbutrin
The generic for
Wellbutrin SR is
bupropion SR,
Wellbutrin belongs
to a class of drugs
called
Antidepressants,
Dopamine
Reuptake
Inhibitors,
Antidepressants,
Other, Smoking
Cessation Aids.
treatment of
major
depressive
disorder
(MDD),
Headache, weight
loss, dry mouth,
trouble sleeping
(insomnia),
nausea, dizziness,
constipation, fast
heartbeat, and
sore throat.
may be taken with or
without food. The
recommended starting
dose is 200 mg/day,
given as 100 mg twice
daily. After 3 days of
dosing, the dose may be