Amitriptyline

Summary

Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant indicated in the treatment of depressive illness, either endogenous or psychotic, and to relieve depression associated anxiety.

Brand Name

  • Amitril
  • Elavil

Drug Class

Tricyclic Antidepressant

Medical Condition (Indication)

  • Depression (Major Depressive Disorder)
  • Nerve Pain (Neuropathy)
  • Migraines and/or Chronic Tension Headaches
  • Fibromyalgia (Off-Label)

Positive Drug Report Risk

LSD

Resources

Schwebach, A. & Ball, J. (2016). Urine Drug Screening: Minimizing False-Positives and False-Negatives to Optimize Patient Care. U.S. Pharmacist, Vol 48(1), 26-30