Definition
amitriptyline
noun
- A tricyclic antidepressant medication used to treat depression, anxiety, and chronic pain conditions.
Usage: pharmaceutical/medical term; commonly prescribed drug
Examples
- The doctor prescribed amitriptyline to help manage her depression.
- Amitriptyline is often used off-label to treat chronic pain and migraines.
- Side effects of amitriptyline may include drowsiness and dry mouth.
- Patients taking amitriptyline should avoid alcohol and certain other medications.
- Amitriptyline has been used in psychiatric treatment for over fifty years.