Nortriptyline

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Dec 19, 2022

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Pamelor, Aventyl

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)

Forms:

Capsule, oral solution

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Depression

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Nortriptyline Drug Class

Nortriptyline (nor-trip-tuh-leen) is a tricyclic antidepressant.

Nortriptyline Age Range

Nortriptyline is approved for use in adults over the age of 18 years. Children younger than 18 years of age may be prescribed nortriptyline if a doctor decides it is the best medication to treat their condition.