Brand Name(s): Aventyl; Pamelor
CAS nš: 894-71-3
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About Nortriptyline
This new reference site is dedicated exclusively to nortriptyline.
It provides you with the most extensive product information and up-to-date resources regarding this medication, including related news articles, medical studies, an image library and all the necessary information on dosage and side effects.
Whether you are an average consumer or a pharma industry professional, you can now find out everything you need to know about nortriptyline, as well as take part in our open discussion forum by sharing your own knowledge and experiences with people who are using this medication.
This unique site will also provide you with inside industry news on which companies or organizations are playing an important part in its research, development, production and promotion. It is your one-stop site for a total nortriptyline experience!
Why is this medication prescribed?
Nortriptyline is a second generation tricyclic antidepressant, and it works by affecting chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression.
This medecine is used to relieve symptoms of depression such as feelings of sadness, worthlessness, guilt, loss of interest in daily activities, changes in appetite, tiredness, sleeping too much, insomnia, and even thoughts of death or suicide.
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