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Limerick, PA

I have only been taking amitriptyline for a little while but I noticed my brain fog has gotten worse. Has anyone noticed this when on this medication?

December 23, 2019
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Members discussing amitriptyline and brain fog shared mixed experiences, with several confirming that the medication initially caused... Read more

Members discussing amitriptyline and brain fog shared mixed experiences, with several confirming that the medication initially caused grogginess, brain fog, or a hangover-like feeling in the morning, though some found these side effects improved after about four weeks of adjustment. Several members offered practical suggestions, including taking a lower dose (such as splitting a 25 mg tablet in half), timing the medication three hours before bed to reduce morning grogginess, or reducing the dose if side effects persist. A recurring theme was the frustration of brain fog itself, with members expressing empathy for how difficult it is when others don't understand the condition, and encouragement to give the medication time to adjust or consult a doctor if symptoms don't improve.

A MyFibroTeam Member

It literally fogs us up majorly! Xx

December 29, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I agree, people have no clue how frustrating this disease is.

December 25, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have not use that medication so far as far ss I know

December 24, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

This medicine upset my stomach horribly.

December 24, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Thanks for all your help everybody. I take a very low dose of amitriptyline already so I’m not sure if it’s the amitriptyline or the thyroid that’s causing the brain fog. I’ll give it a little while because they did adjust my thyroid medicine to see if it gets better if not I’m gonna give her a call and see if there something I can do for it.

December 24, 2019

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