Quote Originally Posted by kokopup View Post
I started taking amitriptyline about 3 months ago. I had two problems that it has done wonders for. I have been taking Neurontin for several neuropathic issues created by my Chemo and Radiation. I had maxed out on the Neutontin I could take, and the dose I was taking made me a stumble Bum. I couldn't walk anywhere without running into things. I researched and found amitriptyline was good for neuropathic pain. I got my primary to write a prescription for 50 mg that I started out taking 1/2 tablet at bedtime. I later went to the full tablet.

So far this drug has been a Godsend, since my pain levels are very manageble except in low pressure weather. I am sleeping all night for the first time in 5 years. A lot of nights I was up at 2 am soaking in the tub to ease my leg and foot pain. Also for the first time I have a normal stool now. Since I also had IBS I had lose stools or no stools for 5 years.

The only side effect I have seen so far is I have a little more dry mouth. It was worst in the beginning but is getting better and I'm not as dry. I have kept biotene gum in my mouth for 5 years to help diminish the effects of not having much saliva.

I have read a lot of horror stories on this drug and also heard a lot of good things about it also. It is working for me so I am staying with it until something happens that prevents me from taking it. I actually got 3 benefits from one very cheap drug. I say give it a try.
Thanks for the good report. I am so glad it is working for you. I just wanted to clarify, your pills are 50 mg each? I've been prescribed 10 mg.