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Nortriptyline

Anti psychotics

Description

Nortriptyline is indicated for use in the treatment of depression (FDA-approved). It can also be used off-label for conditions such as chronic pain, diabetic neuropathy, myofascial pain, orofacial pain, and postherpetic neuralgia. Nortriptyline has also shown to be useful in patients trying to quit smoking.

Mechanism of action

Nortriptyline inhibits the activity of histamine, 5 – HT and acetylcholine. It interferences with transport, release and storage of catecholamine.

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Mechanism of action

Nortriptyline inhibits the activity of histamine, 5 – HT and acetylcholine. It interferences with transport, release and storage of catecholamine.

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