Elavil is in a class of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants that is used to relieve symptoms of depression. Elavil is also sometimes used to treat certain types of pain.
 

Elavil has been linked to Parkinson’s Disease and can cause drug-induced stuttering.

Elavil can cause serious side effects. Only you can decide if Elavil is the best means of treating depression symptoms. If considering using Elavil, thoroughly discuss Elavil side effect concerns with your physician.

Elavil Side Effects:
_ Seizures.
_ Fast or irregular heartbeat.
_ Heart attack.
_ High blood pressure.
_ Difficulty urinating.
_ Fever with increased sweating, muscle stiffness, or severe muscle weakness.
_ Weakness.
_ Ringing in the ears.
_ Nausea.
_ Agitation.
_ Sweating.
_ Headache.
_ Dizziness or drowsiness.
_ Tremors (shaking) or muscle twitches.
_ Decreased appetite.
_ Abdominal pain.
_ Constipation.
_ Dry mouth and eyes.
_ Blurred vision.

An allergic reaction is a possible Elavil side effect. Stop taking Elavil and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment if you experience difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face, or tongue, hives, seizures, a fast or irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure (blurred vision, headache), a heart attack, fever with increased sweating, muscle stiffness, or severe muscle weakness or difficulty urinating. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Each individual will experience Elavil side effects differently. This list of Elavil side effects might not cover all adverse side effects of Elavil. People seeking depression relief should carefully evaluate Elavil side effects before deciding to take Elavil. Consult your healthcare professional about Elavil side effects before using this drug.

The natural antidepressant Deprex is a safe and effective depression treatment scientifically formulated to elevate mood without the potentially harmful side effects commonly associated with Elavil. Self-help techniques, psychotherapy, diet and lifestyle changes or a combination of approaches have also successfully worked at treating depression.

Do not stop taking Elavil without first talking to your doctor. Your doctor may need to gradually reduce the dose before stopping Elavil completely. Suddenly stopping Elavil may cause unpleasant and potentially serious side effects.

 

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