What Is Amitriptyline Prescribed For?
Amitriptyline and perphenazine is a combination drug that is sometimes prescribed for patients with depression, agitation, or anxiety.
Amitriptyline and perphenazine
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Amitriptyline hydrochloride overdose
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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