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Side Effects - Amitriptyline [Elavil]

By Amber J. Tresca, About.com

Updated: June 20, 2007

About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by Kate Grossman, MD

Side Effects:

Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

  • Constipation
  • Difficulty urinating
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Fatigue
  • Increased appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Weight gain
Notify Doctor:

Uncommon

Notify your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

  • Blood sugar level changes
  • Blurry vision
  • Confusion
  • Dental cavities
  • Fainting
  • Hives
  • Indigestion
  • Rash
  • Sensitivity to sunlight
  • Shaking
  • Swollen face or tongue
  • Temperature sensitivity

Rare

  • Breast enlargement
  • Brown or red spots on skin
  • Change in sense of taste or hearing
  • Difficulty with orgasm
  • Irritated tongue or mouth
  • Impotence
  • Nightmares
  • Restless feeling
  • Sweating
Notify Doctor Immediately:

Rare

  • Dark urine
  • Easy bruising or bleeding
  • Jaundice (yellow eyes/skin)
  • Nausea or vomiting that does not stop
  • Pain, redness, or swelling of the arms or legs
  • Seizures
  • Severe stomach or abdominal pain
  • Slurred speech
  • Signs of infection (fever, sore throat)
  • Vision changes
  • Weakness on one side of the body

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