Elavil
Developed to mitigate neuropathic pain and depression to support neural transmission and alleviate systemic neurological symptoms.
- Category
- Pain & Anti-inflammatories
- Active ingredient
- Amitriptyline
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 10mg · 25mg · 50mg · 75mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Elavil, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Elavil vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Elavil details
- Condition
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Alternative names
- amitriptyline
- Therapeutic class
- Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA)
- Pharmacological class
- Tricyclic Antidepressant
- Known off-label uses
- neuropathic pain; chronic tension-type headache; fibromyalgia
- Contraindications
- recent myocardial infarction; concurrent MAO inhibitor use
- Minor side effects
- dry mouth; somnolence; constipation
- Moderate side effects
- weight gain; blurred vision; orthostatic hypotension
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- AstraZeneca
- Onset Time
- 1–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- MAO Inhibitors; Alcohol; QT-prolonging drugs
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over twelve years and adults.
Serious side effects
suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention; serotonin syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
developed to mitigate neuropathic pain and depression to support neural transmission and alleviate systemic neurological symptoms.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits neurotransmitter reuptake at norepinephrine and serotonin transporters, normalising nociceptive pathways in the brain.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Use if benefit outweighs risk. Monitor neonate for withdrawal. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low quantities.
What you will receive
Elavil is the originator brand name, made by AstraZeneca. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with AstraZeneca.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Amitriptyline is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.