Posted by ed_uk on February 4, 2006, at 16:28:39
In reply to Re: anyone have atypical facial pain?, posted by bogeydune on February 4, 2006, at 14:58:32
Hi
Amitriptyline (Elavil) is one the standard choices for atypical facial pain. Nortriptyline (Pamelor) is also used and tends to cause less marked side effects than amitriptyline.
Paroxetine (Paxil) alters the metabolism of tricylics such as amitriptyline and nortriptyline. The dose of the tricyclic must be reduced substantially to avoid side effects.
Ed
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