nortriptyline for Neuropathy

[garywh]

Is there anyone that can respond to this, that took or is taking Nortriptyline.

I was recently put on it, 25mg perday to start. Having a **** of a time with it. Lots of shaking, nervousness, balance dizziness, vision problems etc.

How did you tolerate it. Have been on this now for about 7 days. Had a look at google finds, but wanted to find out from people that are, or was on it.

Going crazy with this stuff...

Thanks

Gary

[Harold]

Nortriptyline (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a682620.html)

Looks like you should be calling your doctor;What side effects can this medication cause?

Side effects from nortriptyline are common:

* upset stomach
* drowsiness
* weakness or tiredness
* excitement or anxiety
* insomnia
* nightmares
* dry mouth
* skin more sensitive to sunlight than usual
* changes in appetite or weight

Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

* constipation
* difficulty urinating
* frequent urination
* blurred vision
* changes in sex drive or ability
* excessive sweating

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

* jaw, neck, and back muscle spasms
* slow or difficult speech
* shuffling walk
* persistent fine tremor or inability to sit still
* fever
* difficulty breathing or swallowing
* severe skin rash
* yellowing of the skin or eyes
* irregular heartbeat

[garywh]

Harold, thanks for the advice. I was very hessitant to stop, but after I read your post the Diabetes nurse at the hospital just happened to phone me, returning my call from last week and she said the same thing.

Feel better already...

Thanks again