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In-stock 10 tablet sr in 1 strip
50.20

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Depression Neuropathic pain

COMPOSITION:
Amitriptyline (50mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Pryl 50mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Pryl 50mg Tablet SR 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

Pryl 50mg Tablet SR 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.Pryl 50mg Tablet SR may impair your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Pryl 50mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pryl 50mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Pryl 50mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pryl 50mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pryl 50mg Tablet SR is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Amitriptyline   50mg

Uses of Pryl Tablet SR
Pryl 50mg Tablet SR 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 Pryl Tablet SR
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. Pryl 50mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Pryl Tablet SR works
Pryl 50mg Tablet SR 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, Dryness in mouth, Constipation, Weight gain, Difficulty in urination, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing).

Expert advice for Pryl Tablet SR
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Pryl 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 Pryl, 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 Pryl, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Pryl is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Q. Can I take Pryl with Betahistine?
Pryl 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.