Cotrip 10mg Tablet
Consern Pharma P Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
8.50

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Depression Neuropathic pain

COMPOSITION:
Amitriptyline (10mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Cotrip 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Cotrip 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Cotrip 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Cotrip 10mg Tablet may impair your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Cotrip 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cotrip 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Cotrip 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cotrip 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Cotrip 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Amitriptyline   10mg

Uses of Cotrip Tablet
Cotrip 10mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and neuropathic pain.It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.

How to use Cotrip Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cotrip 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cotrip Tablet works
Cotrip 10mg Tablet increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.

Side Effects:

Common Sleepiness, Blurred vision, Increased heart rate, Dry mouth, Constipation, Weight gain, Difficulty in urination, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing).

Expert advice for Cotrip Tablet
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Cotrip to start working. You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back. If your doctor asks you to stop Cotrip, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Cotrip, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Cotrip is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Cotrip safe?
Cotrip is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Cotrip a steroid?
No, Cotrip is not a steroid. It belongs to class of medication called as tricyclic antidepressant.

Q. Can I take Cotrip with Betahistine?
Cotrip has not been clinically studied when used along with Betahistine. So there are no reports of any drug-drug interactions or harmful effects when these are used together.