Perphenazine/Amitriptyline (Oral)

Perphenazine/Amitriptyline (By Mouth)

Amitriptyline (a-mee-TRIP-ti-leen), Perphenazine (per-FEN-a-zeen)

Treats anxiety and depression.

Brand Name(s):

Triavil, Duo-Vil 2-25, Duo-Vil 2-10
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to perphenazine, Compazinereg;, Mellarilreg;, amitriptyline (Elavilreg;), or other antidepressants. This medicine should not be taken with monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (Marplanreg;, Nardilreg;, Parnatereg;).

How to Use This Medicine:

Tablet

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
  
• You may take your tablets with food to avoid stomach upset.
  

If a dose is missed:

• Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
  
• If it is almost time (within 2 hours) for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.
  
• You should not use two doses at the same time.
  

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Keep your tablets at room temperature in the original tightly-closed, light-resistant container, away from heat and moisture.
  
• Keep all medicine away from children.
  

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Avoid drinking alcohol.
  
• Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking drugs that can make you sleepy such as cold or allergy medicine, sedative, or pain killers.
  

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
  
• Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have heart disease, liver disease, epilepsy, glaucoma, or any other medical problem.