Protriptyline

Protriptyline (Vivactil)

Drug Interactions

Protriptyline can potentially interact with a number of medications (see Drug Interactions With Protriptyline).

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking protriptyline if you have:

Bipolar disorder or a family history of bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression)
Schizophrenia
A history of suicide attempts or suicidal thoughts
Severe anxiety or agitation
A recent history of heart attack
Heart problems, including heart disease
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
Seizures or epilepsy
Glaucoma
Bladder problems or difficulty passing urine
Diabetes
An enlarged prostate (also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH)
Any allergies, including to foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant (see Vivactil and Pregnancy)
Are breastfeeding (see Vivactil and Breastfeeding)
Drink alcohol regularly.

Be sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you may be taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

(Click Precautions and Warnings With Protriptyline to learn more, including information on who should not take the drug.)

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