Does Amitriptyline Reduce Inflammation in the Body? Unpacking its Anti-inflammatory Effects
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Research has increasingly demonstrated that tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), including amitriptyline, possess anti-inflammatory properties beyond their primary use in treating depression. This discovery challenges the conventional understanding of these medications and prompts the question: Does amitriptyline reduce inflammation in the body, and if so, how significant is this effect in clinical practice?