AVENTYL (PAMELOR)
Pamelor Information
Pamelor is a drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as
Tricyclic antidepressants. The generic name for Aventyl is
and Aventyl has been known in the market as Aventyl HCL and
Pamelor.
Pamelor Indications
Pamelor is prescribed for the treatment of depression indicated
by a sad feeling, feeling of worthlessness, diminished interest in
life, tiredness, hopelessness, oversleeping, changes in eating
habits, and frequent thoughts and contemplations of death and
suicide.
Pamelor works by balancing the chemicals in the brain that are
responsible for the cause of depression.
Aventyl may also be used for other functions aside from the ones
mentioned above.
Pamelor Warnings
Taking Pamelor may cause drowsiness and dizziness, avoid
activities which require you to be mentally and physically alert at
all times such as driving or operating a machine.
Postural hypotension may also occur when rising from a sitting or
lying position and may cause dizziness when you are on Aventyl
medication. When you are on a sitting or lying position, be careful
to rise slowly.
Alcohol should be avoided if possible but if not, alcoholic
beverages must be drunk in moderation as it may further aggravate
dizziness.
Also tell your doctor if you have the following medical
conditions because taking Aventyl may not be entirely beneficial to
you. You may not be advised to take Aventyl or your dosage may be
significantly lowered if you have any of the following medical
problems:
- Kidney problems
- Stomach or intestine malfunctions
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
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- Enlarged prostate
- Trouble in urination
- Has had a heart attack for the last six months
- Thyroid disease
- Asthma
Pamelor has also not been tested on pregnant women yet and it is
not known if taking Aventyl can cause harm to the fetus or to the
pregnant mother. It is also not known whether the active ingredients
of Pamelor are passed into the breast milk. Before to planning to
breast feed your infant or to drink Pamelor while pregnant when on
Pamelor medication, it is advised that you consult your doctor
first.
Pamelor Intake Guidelines
Take Pamelor as exactly directed by your doctor. Never deviate or
modify your doctor’s instructions on how to take Pamelor.
Each dose of Pamelor must be taken with a full glass of water of
about 6-8 ounces.
It may take a while before you feel the effects on Pamelor. It
usually takes up to 4 weeks before the effects can become apparent.
Never stop taking Aventyl without first consulting your doctor about
it.
Pamelor Dosage
The exact dosage of Aventyl Intake can only be effectively
determined by your doctor along with some special instructions for
you to follow.
Heed your doctor’s recommended dosage and intake instructions for
best results.
Pamelor Overdose
Overdose of Pamelor is characterized by the
presence of seizures, agitation, confusion, hallucinations and
abnormal
or an abnormal low blood pressure. If any of these conditions are
prevalent and if overdose is suspected, immediately ask for medical
assistance.
Pamelor Missed Dose
If a dose of Aventyl is missed, it is not advisable that double
doses of this medicine be taken. If you happen to miss a dose, the
logical choice would be to take it as soon as you remember provided
that it is not yet near the time for your next dose, that way; you
won’t be in danger of overdose. However, if you remember taking the
medicine at a time near your next dose, it is wise to just forego
it.
Pamelor Side Effects
Side effects that are associated with
the taking of this medicine include:
- Allergic reactions characterized by the swelling of lips,
throat and mouth, hives, rashes and the closing of throat and
aerial passages.
- Arrhythmia
- Heart attack
- Hypertension
- Difficulty in excretion of urine
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weight loss and change in appetite
- Drowsiness and Dizziness
- Constipation
- Tremors
- Ringing in the ears
- Excessive sweating
If you experience any of these side effects and if it becomes
intolerable or bothersome, hasten to consult a medical professional
immediately.
Pamelor Drug Reactions
Aventyl is not advised for patients who are taking or have
recently taken the following drugs:
- MAOI – monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as Marplan, Nardil,
- Alcohol, pain relievers, sedatives, tranquilizers and muscle
relaxants - this can aggravate the drowsing effect of Aventyl. Use
these drugs with caution.
Other drugs not mentioned above may also be not advised for
intake together with Aventyl. Always inform your doctor of the drugs
that you have taken or are currently taking before going on Aventyl
medication.
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