Posted by Jay_Bravest_Face on May 29, 2008, at 20:22:30
In reply to Elavil (Amitriptyline) for anxiety, anyone??, posted by jms600 on May 29, 2008, at 6:44:57
> Hi everyone
>
> Went to see my psychiatrist today and he gave me a prescription for Amitriptyline (Elavil) for my severe anxiety. I've pretty much tried all the other SSRIs, atypical antipsychotics as wll as the odd benzodiazepine - all with little success.
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> I just wondered if anyone has had any success with Amitripyline/Elavil for severe anxiety (mainly Generalized Anxiety Disorder and panic disorder)??
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> Thanks
> jms
>
>Yes, it indeed does work. But it varies from person to person. If you find the amitriptyline too sedating, you might want to try nortriptyline with a good benzo. Helps crush both anxiety and depression.
Best wishes,
Jay
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