¿Es normal que después de que mi medico me canvie la dosis de Anapsique a 50mg note hormigueo en las
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¿Es normal que después de que mi medico me canvie la dosis de Anapsique a 50mg note hormigueo en las piernas?
Si. La parestesias (sensación de hormigueo) son efectos secundarios normales de la Amitripitilina que suelen ser transitorios. Le sugiero comentar esto con su Psiquiatra en su próxima consulta.
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Es frecuente que aparezca ese hormigueo, se llaman para nosotros parestecias, el medicamento las puede provocar. Aunque está en Inglés mando, la lista de efectos secundarios.
Applies to amitriptyline: oral tablet
Along with its needed effects, amitriptyline may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking amitriptyline:
Incidence Not Known
Abdominal or stomach pain
agitation
black, tarry stools
bleeding gums
blood in urine or stools
blurred vision
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
change in consciousness
changes in patterns and rhythms of speech
chest pain or discomfort
chills
cold sweats
coma
confusion
confusion about identity, place, and time
continuing ringing, buzzing, or other unexplained noise in ears
convulsions
cool, pale skin
cough or hoarseness
dark urine
decrease in frequency of urination
decrease in urine volume
decreased urine output
difficulty in breathing
difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
difficulty in speaking
disturbance of accommodation
disturbed concentration
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly
double vision
drooling
dry mouth
excitement
fainting
false beliefs that cannot be changed by facts
fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
fear or nervousness
fever with or without chills
flushed, dry skin
fruit-like breath odor
general feeling of tiredness or weakness
headache
hearing loss
high fever
high or low blood pressure
hostility
inability to move arms, legs, or facial muscles
inability to speak
increased hunger
increased need to urinate
increased ocular pressure
increased sweating
increased thirst
increased urination
irritability
lack of coordination
lethargy
light-colored stools
lip smacking or puckering
loss of appetite
loss of balance control
loss of bladder control
loss of consciousness
lower back or side pain
mental depression or anxiety
muscle spasm or jerking of all extremities
muscle tightness
muscle trembling, jerking, or stiffness
muscle twitching
nausea and vomiting
nightmares or unusually vivid dreams
overactive reflexes
painful or difficult urination
passing urine more often
pinpoint red spots on skin
poor coordination
pounding in the ears
puffing of cheeks
rapid or worm-like movements of tongue
rapid weight gain
restlessness
seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
seizures
severe muscle stiffness
shakiness and unsteady walk
shivering
shortness of breath
shuffling walk
sleeplessness
slow speech
slurred speech
sore throat
sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth
stiffness of limbs
stupor
sudden loss of consciousness
sweating
swelling of face, ankles, or hands
swelling or puffiness of face
swollen glands
talking or acting with excitement you cannot control
trouble in speaking
trouble sleeping
troubled breathing
twisting movements of body pain or discomfort in arms, jaw, back, or neck
unable to sleep
uncontrolled chewing movements
uncontrolled movements, especially of arms, face, neck, back, and legs
unexplained weight loss
unpleasant breath odor
unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusually pale skin
upper right abdominal pain
vomiting of blood
weakness in arms, hands, legs, or feet
weight gain or loss
yellow eyes and skin
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking amitriptyline:
Symptoms of Overdose
Clumsiness
drowsiness
low body temperature
muscle aches
muscle weakness
sleepiness
tiredness
weak or feeble pulse
Some side effects of amitriptyline may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Incidence Not Known
Bigger, dilated, or enlarged pupils (black part of eye)
black tongue
bloating
breast enlargement in females
constipation
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
diarrhea
hair loss, thinning of hair
hives or welts
inability to have or keep an erection
increased in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
increased interest in sexual intercourse
increased sensitivity of eyes to light
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
loss of sense of taste
redness or other discoloration of skin
severe sunburn
skin rash
swelling of testicles
swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in males
swelling of the parotid glands
swelling or inflammation of the mouth
unexpected or excess milk flow from breasts
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to amitriptyline: compounding powder, intramuscular solution, oral tablet
General
The most commonly reported side effects were tremors, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, constipation, and nausea.[Ref]
Nervous system
Common (1% to 10%): Ataxia, disturbance in attention, dizziness, dysarthria/speech disorders, dysgeusia, drowsiness, headache, paresthesia, somnolence, tremors
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Convulsions
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Akathisia, polyneuropathy
Frequency not reported: Abnormal voluntary movements, ageusia, alteration in cognition, alteration in electroencephalogram patterns, anticholinergic effects, autonomic nervous system function alterations, coma, disturbed concentration, extrapyramidal effects, extremity paresthesia, incoordination, neuromuscular activity alterations, numbness, peculiar taste, peripheral neuropathy, seizures, serotonin syndrome, stroke, syncope, tardive dyskinesia, tingling
Postmarketing reports: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Common (1% to 10%): Atrioventricular (AV) block, bundle branch block, electrocardiogram (ECG) abnormal, electrocardiogram QRS complex prolonged, electrocardiogram QT prolonged, orthostatic hypotension, palpitations, tachycardia
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Collapse conditions, hypertension, worsening of cardiac failure
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Arrhythmias
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Cardiomyopathies, torsade de pointes
Frequency not reported: Changes in AV conduction, edema, heart block, hypersensitivity myocarditis, hypotension, myocardial infarction, nonspecific ECG changes[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Common (1% to 10%): Constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, nausea, tongue edema, vomiting
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Paralytic ileus, salivary gland enlargement
Frequency not reported: Black tongue, epigastric distress, parotid swelling, stomatitis[Ref]
Respiratory
Common (1% to 10%): Allergic inflammation of the pulmonary alveoli, allergic inflammation of the lung tissue, alveolitis, congested nose, Loffler's syndrome[Ref]
Psychiatric
Common (1% to 10%): Aggression, agitation, confusional states, libido decrease
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Anxiety, hypomania, insomnia, mania, nightmares
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Delirium (in elderly patients), hallucinations (in schizophrenic patients), suicidal behavior, suicidal thoughts
Frequency not reported: Behavioral changes, delusions, disorientation, dream disturbances, excitement, increased libido, irritability, libido fluctuations, nightmares, paranoia, restlessness, sleep disturbances
Postmarketing reports: Mental status changes[Ref]
Metabolic
Common (1% to 10%): Hyponatremia, thirst, weight increased
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Blood alkaline phosphatase increased, decreased appetite, weight decreased
Frequency not reported: Anorexia, blood sugar level elevation/lowering, increased appetite[Ref]
Genitourinary
Common (1% to 10%): Erectile dysfunction, micturition disorders
Frequency not reported: Breast enlargement, dilation of urinary tract, impotence, interference with sexual function, testicular swelling, urinary frequency[Ref]
Ocular
Common (1% to 10%): Accommodation disorder, mydriasis
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Intraocular pressure increased
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Acute glaucoma
Frequency not reported: Blurred vision, disturbance in accommodation, increased intraocular pressure[Ref]
Dermatologic
Common (1% to 10%): Hyperhidrosis
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Face edema, rash/skin rash, urticaria
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Alopecia, photosensitivity reaction
Frequency not reported: Diaphoresis, increased perspiration, itching/pruritus, mild sweating, photosensitization[Ref]
Other
Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Tinnitus
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Pyrexia
Frequency not reported: Fever/hyperpyrexia, hyperthermia, malaise, weakness[Ref]
Hepatic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Cholestatic liver disease, hepatic impairment
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Jaundice, liver function test abnormal, transaminases increased
Frequency not reported: Altered liver function, hepatic failure, hepatitis[Ref]
Hematologic
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Agranulocytosis, bone marrow depression, eosinophilia, leukopenia, purpura, thrombocytopenia[Ref]
Endocrine
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Gynecomastia
Frequency not reported: Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secretion[Ref]
Immunologic
Frequency not reported: Positive antinuclear antibodies (ANA), positive rheumatoid factor[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Frequency not reported: Increased risk of bone fractures, lupus-like syndrome, migratory arthritis
Postmarketing reports: Muscle rigidity[Ref]
References
1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
2. "Product Information. Elavil (amitriptyline)." Stuart Pharmaceuticals, Wilmington, DE.
3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
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Applies to amitriptyline: oral tablet
Along with its needed effects, amitriptyline may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking amitriptyline:
Incidence Not Known
Abdominal or stomach pain
agitation
black, tarry stools
bleeding gums
blood in urine or stools
blurred vision
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
change in consciousness
changes in patterns and rhythms of speech
chest pain or discomfort
chills
cold sweats
coma
confusion
confusion about identity, place, and time
continuing ringing, buzzing, or other unexplained noise in ears
convulsions
cool, pale skin
cough or hoarseness
dark urine
decrease in frequency of urination
decrease in urine volume
decreased urine output
difficulty in breathing
difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
difficulty in speaking
disturbance of accommodation
disturbed concentration
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly
double vision
drooling
dry mouth
excitement
fainting
false beliefs that cannot be changed by facts
fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
fear or nervousness
fever with or without chills
flushed, dry skin
fruit-like breath odor
general feeling of tiredness or weakness
headache
hearing loss
high fever
high or low blood pressure
hostility
inability to move arms, legs, or facial muscles
inability to speak
increased hunger
increased need to urinate
increased ocular pressure
increased sweating
increased thirst
increased urination
irritability
lack of coordination
lethargy
light-colored stools
lip smacking or puckering
loss of appetite
loss of balance control
loss of bladder control
loss of consciousness
lower back or side pain
mental depression or anxiety
muscle spasm or jerking of all extremities
muscle tightness
muscle trembling, jerking, or stiffness
muscle twitching
nausea and vomiting
nightmares or unusually vivid dreams
overactive reflexes
painful or difficult urination
passing urine more often
pinpoint red spots on skin
poor coordination
pounding in the ears
puffing of cheeks
rapid or worm-like movements of tongue
rapid weight gain
restlessness
seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
seizures
severe muscle stiffness
shakiness and unsteady walk
shivering
shortness of breath
shuffling walk
sleeplessness
slow speech
slurred speech
sore throat
sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth
stiffness of limbs
stupor
sudden loss of consciousness
sweating
swelling of face, ankles, or hands
swelling or puffiness of face
swollen glands
talking or acting with excitement you cannot control
trouble in speaking
trouble sleeping
troubled breathing
twisting movements of body pain or discomfort in arms, jaw, back, or neck
unable to sleep
uncontrolled chewing movements
uncontrolled movements, especially of arms, face, neck, back, and legs
unexplained weight loss
unpleasant breath odor
unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusually pale skin
upper right abdominal pain
vomiting of blood
weakness in arms, hands, legs, or feet
weight gain or loss
yellow eyes and skin
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking amitriptyline:
Symptoms of Overdose
Clumsiness
drowsiness
low body temperature
muscle aches
muscle weakness
sleepiness
tiredness
weak or feeble pulse
Some side effects of amitriptyline may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Incidence Not Known
Bigger, dilated, or enlarged pupils (black part of eye)
black tongue
bloating
breast enlargement in females
constipation
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
diarrhea
hair loss, thinning of hair
hives or welts
inability to have or keep an erection
increased in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
increased interest in sexual intercourse
increased sensitivity of eyes to light
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
loss of sense of taste
redness or other discoloration of skin
severe sunburn
skin rash
swelling of testicles
swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in males
swelling of the parotid glands
swelling or inflammation of the mouth
unexpected or excess milk flow from breasts
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to amitriptyline: compounding powder, intramuscular solution, oral tablet
General
The most commonly reported side effects were tremors, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, constipation, and nausea.[Ref]
Nervous system
Common (1% to 10%): Ataxia, disturbance in attention, dizziness, dysarthria/speech disorders, dysgeusia, drowsiness, headache, paresthesia, somnolence, tremors
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Convulsions
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Akathisia, polyneuropathy
Frequency not reported: Abnormal voluntary movements, ageusia, alteration in cognition, alteration in electroencephalogram patterns, anticholinergic effects, autonomic nervous system function alterations, coma, disturbed concentration, extrapyramidal effects, extremity paresthesia, incoordination, neuromuscular activity alterations, numbness, peculiar taste, peripheral neuropathy, seizures, serotonin syndrome, stroke, syncope, tardive dyskinesia, tingling
Postmarketing reports: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Common (1% to 10%): Atrioventricular (AV) block, bundle branch block, electrocardiogram (ECG) abnormal, electrocardiogram QRS complex prolonged, electrocardiogram QT prolonged, orthostatic hypotension, palpitations, tachycardia
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Collapse conditions, hypertension, worsening of cardiac failure
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Arrhythmias
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Cardiomyopathies, torsade de pointes
Frequency not reported: Changes in AV conduction, edema, heart block, hypersensitivity myocarditis, hypotension, myocardial infarction, nonspecific ECG changes[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Common (1% to 10%): Constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, nausea, tongue edema, vomiting
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Paralytic ileus, salivary gland enlargement
Frequency not reported: Black tongue, epigastric distress, parotid swelling, stomatitis[Ref]
Respiratory
Common (1% to 10%): Allergic inflammation of the pulmonary alveoli, allergic inflammation of the lung tissue, alveolitis, congested nose, Loffler's syndrome[Ref]
Psychiatric
Common (1% to 10%): Aggression, agitation, confusional states, libido decrease
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Anxiety, hypomania, insomnia, mania, nightmares
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Delirium (in elderly patients), hallucinations (in schizophrenic patients), suicidal behavior, suicidal thoughts
Frequency not reported: Behavioral changes, delusions, disorientation, dream disturbances, excitement, increased libido, irritability, libido fluctuations, nightmares, paranoia, restlessness, sleep disturbances
Postmarketing reports: Mental status changes[Ref]
Metabolic
Common (1% to 10%): Hyponatremia, thirst, weight increased
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Blood alkaline phosphatase increased, decreased appetite, weight decreased
Frequency not reported: Anorexia, blood sugar level elevation/lowering, increased appetite[Ref]
Genitourinary
Common (1% to 10%): Erectile dysfunction, micturition disorders
Frequency not reported: Breast enlargement, dilation of urinary tract, impotence, interference with sexual function, testicular swelling, urinary frequency[Ref]
Ocular
Common (1% to 10%): Accommodation disorder, mydriasis
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Intraocular pressure increased
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Acute glaucoma
Frequency not reported: Blurred vision, disturbance in accommodation, increased intraocular pressure[Ref]
Dermatologic
Common (1% to 10%): Hyperhidrosis
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Face edema, rash/skin rash, urticaria
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Alopecia, photosensitivity reaction
Frequency not reported: Diaphoresis, increased perspiration, itching/pruritus, mild sweating, photosensitization[Ref]
Other
Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Tinnitus
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Pyrexia
Frequency not reported: Fever/hyperpyrexia, hyperthermia, malaise, weakness[Ref]
Hepatic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Cholestatic liver disease, hepatic impairment
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Jaundice, liver function test abnormal, transaminases increased
Frequency not reported: Altered liver function, hepatic failure, hepatitis[Ref]
Hematologic
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Agranulocytosis, bone marrow depression, eosinophilia, leukopenia, purpura, thrombocytopenia[Ref]
Endocrine
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Gynecomastia
Frequency not reported: Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secretion[Ref]
Immunologic
Frequency not reported: Positive antinuclear antibodies (ANA), positive rheumatoid factor[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Frequency not reported: Increased risk of bone fractures, lupus-like syndrome, migratory arthritis
Postmarketing reports: Muscle rigidity[Ref]
References
1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
2. "Product Information. Elavil (amitriptyline)." Stuart Pharmaceuticals, Wilmington, DE.
3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
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Amitriptyline (Advanced Reading)
Other brands: Elavil, Vanatrip
Professional resources
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Amitriptyline (Wolters Kluwer)
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Chronic Myofascial Pain
Burning Mouth Syndrome
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DRUG STATUS
Rx
Availability
Prescription only
Pregnancy & Lactation
Risk data available
N/A
CSA Schedule*
Not a controlled drug
Approval History
Drug history at FDA
Manufacturers
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Sandoz Inc.
Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc.
More…
Drug Class
Tricyclic antidepressants
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tramadol, acetaminophen, naproxen, Tylenol, oxycodone, aspirin, More...
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melatonin, amitriptyline, lorazepam, Ambien, zolpidem, Ativan, More...
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10 more conditions...
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es posible que sea este ajuste de dosis la causa de este sintoma debido a la sensibilidad que pueda tener al medicamento
Si. Es común que suceda con el aumento de dosis pero debe ser solo en los primeros días. Si persiste es mejor consultar disminuir la dosis o hacer algún ajuste al tratamiento.
Si es normal. Es un efecto secundario que suele ser transitorio ocasionado por el ajuste de dosis. Si persiste la molestia acudir con su medico.
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