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Nortriptyline (Nortriptyline Hydrochloride) - Side Effects and Adverse Reactions

 
 



ADVERSE REACTIONS

Included in the following list are a few adverse reactions that have not been reported with this specific drug. However, the pharmacologic similarities among the tricyclic antidepressant drugs require that each of the reactions be considered when nortriptyline is administered. Note - 

Hypotension, hypertension, tachycardia, palpitation, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, heart block, stroke. Cardiovascular -

Confusional states (especially in the elderly) with hallucinations, disorientation, delusions; anxiety, restlessness, agitation; insomnia, panic, nightmares; hypomania; exacerbation of psychosis. Psychiatric -

Numbness, tingling, paresthesias of extremities; incoordination, ataxia, tremors; peripheral neuropathy; extrapyramidal symptoms; seizures, alteration in EEG patterns; tinnitus. Neurologic -

Dry mouth and, rarely, associated sublingual adenitis; blurred vision, disturbance of accommodation, mydriasis; constipation, paralytic ileus; urinary retention, delayed micturition, dilation of the urinary tract. Anticholinergic -

Skin rash, petechiae, urticaria, itching, photosensitization (avoid excessive exposure to sunlight); edema (general or of face and tongue), drug fever, cross-sensitivity with other tricyclic drugs. Allergic -

Bone marrow depression, including agranulocytosis; eosinophilia; purpura; thrombocytopenia. Hematologic -

Nausea and vomiting, anorexia, epigastric distress, diarrhea, peculiar taste, stomatitis, abdominal cramps, blacktongue. Gastrointestinal -

Gynecomastia in the male, breast enlargement and galactorrhea in the female; increased or decreased libido, impotence; testicular swelling; elevation or depression of blood sugar levels; syndrome of inappropriate ADH (antidiuretic hormone) secretion. Endocrine -

Jaundice (simulating obstructive), altered liver function; weight gain or loss; perspiration; flushing; urinary frequency, nocturia; drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, fatigue; headache; parotid swelling; alopecia. Other -

Though these are not indicative of addiction, abrupt cessation of treatment after prolonged therapy may produce nausea, headache, and malaise. Withdrawal Symptoms -



REPORTS OF SUSPECTED NORTRIPTYLINE SIDE EFFECTS / ADVERSE REACTIONS

Below is a sample of reports where side effects / adverse reactions may be related to Nortriptyline. The information is not vetted and should not be considered as verified clinical evidence.

Possible Nortriptyline side effects / adverse reactions in 37 year old female

Reported by a consumer/non-health professional from United States on 2012-08-10

Patient: 37 year old female weighing 54.0 kg (118.8 pounds)

Reactions: Abdominal Pain, Body Temperature Fluctuation, Weight Decreased, Wound, Headache, Oropharyngeal Pain, Loss of Consciousness, Herpes Zoster, Dyspepsia, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection, Bowel Movement Irregularity, Dysphagia, Toxicity TO Various Agents, Abdominal Mass, Insomnia, Skin Exfoliation, Drug Ineffective, Mouth Ulceration, Pain, Weight Increased, Tooth Discolouration, Onychoclasis, Dizziness, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Vomiting, Nausea, Muscle Twitching, Eye Pain, Dysgeusia, Protein Urine, Haematochezia, Syncope, Alopecia, Asthenia, Influenza

Suspect drug(s):
Gabapentin
    Indication: Neuralgia

Gabapentin
    Dosage: unk
    Administration route: Oral
    Indication: Nerve Injury
    Start date: 2006-11-01
    End date: 2006-11-01

Gabapentin

Gabapentin

Nortriptyline
    Indication: Neuralgia

Nortriptyline
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Nerve Injury
    Start date: 2005-06-01
    End date: 2006-01-01

Other drugs received by patient: Soma; Lipitor; Flexeril; Percocet



Possible Nortriptyline side effects / adverse reactions in 50 year old male

Reported by a health professional (non-physician/pharmacist) from Canada on 2012-08-13

Patient: 50 year old male

Reactions: Toxicity TO Various Agents

Adverse event resulted in: death

Suspect drug(s):
Alprazolam
    Dosage: unk

Amitriptyline HCL
    Dosage: unk

Citalopram
    Dosage: unk

Enbrel
    Dosage: 50 mg, 2 times/wk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Ethanol
    Dosage: unk

Nortriptyline
    Dosage: unk

Oxazepam
    Dosage: unk

Oxycodone
    Dosage: unk

Temazepam
    Dosage: 50 mg, 2 times/wk



Possible Nortriptyline side effects / adverse reactions in 50 year old male

Reported by a health professional (non-physician/pharmacist) from Canada on 2012-08-17

Patient: 50 year old male

Reactions: Toxicity TO Various Agents

Adverse event resulted in: death

Suspect drug(s):
Alprazolam
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Amitriptyline HCL
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Citalopram
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Enbrel
    Dosage: 50 mg, 2 times/wk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Ethanol
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Nortriptyline
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Oxazepam
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Oxycodone
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication

Temazepam
    Dosage: 50 mg, 2x/week
    Indication: Product Used FOR Unknown Indication



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Drug label data at the top of this Page last updated: 2013-05-08

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