Definition of Nortriptyline

1. Noun. A tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Pamelor) used along with psychotherapy to treat dysthymic depression; may interact dangerously if taken with other drugs.

Exact synonyms: Pamelor
Generic synonyms: Tricyclic, Tricyclic Antidepressant, Tricyclic Antidepressant Drug
Language type: Trade Name

Definition of Nortriptyline

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Medical Definition of Nortriptyline

1. A metabolite of amitryptyline that is also used as an antidepressive agent. Nortriptyline is used in major depression, dysthymia, and atypical depressions. Pharmacological action: adrenergic uptake inhibitors, antidepressive agents, tricyclic. Chemical name: 1-Propanamine, 3-(10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo(a,d)cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-N-methyl- (12 Dec 1998)

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