pain relief - amytriptyline

[GoodbyeMalcolm]

hello. I wanted to let you know about a new pain relief I’m on.

I’m currently waiting for a second surgery and the operation was delayed. I was really struggling with back, hip and leg pain. Ibuprofen and paracetamol did nothing - I think that’s because it’s nerve pain but I’m not sure.

I spoke to my GP and she prescribed amitriptyline and so far it’s been brilliant. The pain isn’t gone completely but it’s made a massive difference to my mobility, especially in the morning. I take 10mg each night. There are side effects and it won’t be right for everyone but it’s already really helped me.

[BloomingMarvellous]

It can be amazing. I found the side effects too much but instead Nortriptyline started at 10mg but actually 5mg is enough for me ) at super low dose works. Worth a trial if the Amitriptyline doesn’t work for you ….

[GoodbyeMalcolm in reply to BloomingMarvellous]

great. Thank you

[BloomingMarvellous in reply to GoodbyeMalcolm]

😊👍