Protriptyline is a prescription medicine that is licensed for treating depression. This eMedTV Web page further describes the drug, offering detailed information on its effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Some possible protriptyline side effects include confusion, nausea, and flushing. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other potential side effects of the drug and also describes serious problems that should be reported to a doctor right away.
What is protriptyline used for? As this eMedTV segment explains, the drug is used for the treatment of depression in adults. This article also discusses protriptyline uses in children and explains how it can be used for "off-label" reasons.
The suggested daily dose of protriptyline is 15 mg to 40 mg, taken in three or four smaller doses. This eMedTV Web page contains other protriptyline dosing guidelines and offers information on when and how to take the medication.
Medications that may cause drug interactions with protriptyline include cisapride, pressors, and alcohol. This eMedTV page lists other drugs that may cause negative interactions and explains the risks involved with combining these drugs.
Protriptyline may cause increased or decreased blood sugar levels in some people. This page of the eMedTV archives provides other precautions and warnings with protriptyline and lists those who should avoid taking the antidepressant.
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