Norpress

Uses
Norpress (Nortriptyline) is a tricyclic antidepressant which relieves depressive illness by affecting nerve cells and neurotransmitters in the brain. Doctors have also used it to treat patients affected by nerve pain, fibromyalgia and nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting). Depression is believed to be linked to a drop or reduction in noradrenaline and serotonin levels. These neurotransmitters play an important part in the regulation of mood and the maintenance of mental balance.

This medicine's mechanism of action is achieved due to it restoring the natural chemical balance in the brain, so as to lengthen the positive effects that these neurotransmitters exhibit on the emotions and feelings of the patient. A significant number of medical trials and studies have been carried out to better understand this medicine and to determine if there are any other potential benefits. This research focused on smoking cessation, migraine prevention, tinnitus, anxiety, chronic fatigue syndrome and other disorders.

Dosage and Administration
Norpress (Nortriptyline) film coated tablets come as a 10mg strength formulation. Your doctor will conduct a thorough medical evaluation before treatment begins, and this will ensure that the most suitable dosage regimen can be determined. Factors considered include medical history and the condition in need of treatment. It is possible that the dosage for depression may differ to that required for nerve pain or other conditions. The doctor may tell you to take it as a single dosage, or else as separate daily doses. Always comply with the instructions given to you.

Side effects
Use of the tricyclic antidepressant Norpress (Nortriptyline) could cause:

• Low libido
• Blurred vision
• Breast swelling
• Weight loss or gain
• Buzzing noise in the ears

Ensure that your doctor is informed if any side effects occur. Attend the hospital or consult your doctor straight away if you suffer from muscular spasms, shaking which you have no control over, hallucinations, strange behaviour, seizures or any other serious reactions that have not been mentioned here.

Precautions
Grapefruit could cause a reaction with this medicine, which has the potential to trigger side effects. Ask your doctor about this before taking this medicine.

Photosensitivity affecting the skin has been known to occur in patients who take this medicine, making sunburn more likely. Protect yourself from the sun if going outside.

Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for, which may be indicative of a reaction, include skin rashes, hives, swelling of the face or limbs, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Always use Norpress (Nortriptyline) as you have been prescribed by your doctor. Never self-medicate or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor. The correct dosage can vary depending on your health, medical history, and the severity of the condition being treated.

This medication may not be safe for all patients. Before you begin using it always disclose the following to your doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you suffer from any allergies.
• If you suffer from any other health conditions or illnesses.
• If you are using any other medicine (including all non-prescription).
• If you are using any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products of any kind.