Posted by ed_uk on November 6, 2004, at 16:10:04
In reply to Neuroleptics, posted by anxiety_free on November 6, 2004, at 0:02:50
Hello anxiety_free :-)
I've never taken Triavil. As you will know, it contains amitriptyline and perphenazine. I certainly won't be trying it because a) I tried amitriptyline and it made me ill! and b) perphenazine can cause akathisia (it is similar to Haldol).
The strong anticholinergic effect of amitriptyline may be able to offer some protection from the akathisia. When I took the chlorpromazine I had severe akathisia AND severe anticholinergic side effects all at once! It was horrible. I guess the same thing might happen to me if I took Triavil. It could have a completely different effect on you though- good luck :-)
Ed.
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