Nortriptyline was approved as an antidepressant by the FDA in 1964.

On October 15th 2004, the FDA directed manufacturers of all antidepressants to include a Black Box warning, expanded warning statements, and clinical trial results detailing the increased risk of suicidality in children and adolescents. A Patient Medication Guide (MedGuide) will also accompany all prescriptions for antidepressants.

Additionally, the FDA is currently assessing the risk of suicidality in adults taking antidepressants and a final report is expected by mid-to-late 2006.

 

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In case of an emergency/overdose