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Amitriptyline and Perphenazine overdose

Amitriptyline and Perphenazine overdose


Definition:

Amitriptyline and perphenazine is a combination drug that is sometimes prescribed for patients with depression, agitation, or anxiety.

Amitriptyline and perphenazine overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication.

See also: Amitriptyline overdose

Alternative Names:
Etrafon overdose; Triavil overdose; Triptazine overdose
Poisonous Ingredient:

Amitriptyline and perphenazine

Where Found:
  • Etrafon
  • PMS-Levazine
  • Triavil
  • Triptazine
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Symptoms:

Review Date: 1/20/2008
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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