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Nortriptyline Alternatives

Other Nortriptyline Alternatives

In situations where medication, therapy, and the combination of these treatments prove ineffective, or work too slowly to relieve severe symptoms, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) may be considered.
 
Some people may also consider complementary or alternative treatments for depression. Complementary or alternative treatments may include:
 
(Click Natural Remedies for Depression or Acupuncture and Depression for more information on what research has shown regarding these alternative treatments.)
 

Nortriptyline Alternatives: A Summary

There are several alternatives to nortriptyline, including other medications and therapy. Therefore, be sure to talk to your healthcare provider if nortriptyline is not working for you or your child, or if you are experiencing bothersome side effects. You may need to try one of the other depression treatments.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
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