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How Vivactil (Protriptyline) works
Vivactil treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants
What are the side effects of Vivactil (Protriptyline)?
- nausea
- vomiting
- stomach pain
- loss of appetite
- constipation
- diarrhea,
- dry mouth,
- unpleasant taste,
- weakness,
- lack of coordination,
- tingly feeling,
- anxiety
- restlessness
- dizziness
- drowsiness
- fatigue
- insomnia
- nightmares
- blurred vision
- headache
Studies on the disposition of radioactive protriptyline in human test subjects showed significant plasma levels within 2 hours, peaking at 8 to 12 hours, then declining gradually. Urinary excretion studies in the same subjects showed significant amounts of radioactivity in 2 hours. The rate of excretion was slow. Cumulative urinary excretion during 16 days accounted for approximately 50% of the drug. The fecal route of excretion did not seem to be important.
Call a healthcare provider right away if you or your family member has any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you:
• thoughts about suicide or dying
• attempts to commit suicide
• new or worse depression • new or worse anxiety
• feeling very agitated or restless
• panic attacks
• trouble sleeping (insomnia)
• new or worse irritability • acting aggressive, being angry, or violent
• acting on dangerous impulses
• an extreme increase in activity and talking (mania)
• other unusual changes in behavior or mood
