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How Amitriptyline Works

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Scientific Answer

  • Amitriptyline affects brain chemicals
  • It increases serotonin and noradrenaline levels
  • Pain and mood signals are modified
  • Nerve pain transmission is reduced
  • Sleep quality often improves

Simple English explanation with example

  • The brain uses chemicals to send messages
  • Sometimes these messages cause pain or low mood
  • Amitriptyline balances these chemicals
  • Pain feels calmer, mood feels steadier
  • Like tuning a radio to a clearer signal