Nortriptyline
Uses
Nortriptyline is used in the treatment of depression.
How it Works
Nortriptyline is known as an tricyclic antidepressant. Nortriptyline`s mechanism of action involves by increasing some of the effects of norepinephrine which is a type of neurotransmitter in the brain, while also affecting other catecholamines in the brain. These brain chemicals norepinephrine may be involved in the symptoms of depression. Therefore Nortriptyline increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Nortriptyline may suffer from such side effects;
Sleepiness,
Increased heart rate,
Weight gain,
Difficulty in urination,
Orthostatic hypotension,
Dry mouth,
Constipation
Lowered libido
Swelling of the breasts (affecting males or females)
Gabapentin
Uses
Gabapentin is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain and epilepsy which causes seizures.
How it Works
Gabapentin is an anti-epileptic medication which is also called an anticonvulsant. Gabapentin is used to control the symptoms of seizures and work by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Gabapentin can include the symptoms below;
Sleepiness,
Dizziness,
Anxiety,
Depression,
Uncoordinated body movement,
Fatigue.
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