Posted by KarenRB53 on October 15, 2008, at 8:07:06
In reply to Re: Imipramine and nortryptiiline, posted by SLS on December 21, 2004, at 15:40:42
> > What is the dosage range on nortryptiline that people typically use? I just started some last night, will be at 50mg in three days. It will be augmenting 100mg Lamictal. And a few spansules of Cymbalta (weaning off!)
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> Most people do well at 75mg. The range is usually between 50-100mg. Ideally, one can have their blood levels tested after 10 days to see if they fall between 50-150 ng/ml. It is actually possible to take too much nortriptyine. Once the blood levels increase beyond a certain point, the drug stops working. This is what is known as a therapeutic window.
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> I wish you luck with your new treatment.
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> - Scott
What is the normal amount of imipramine taken for depression? Also, do most take it at night or in the morning?Karen
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