Are Surgical Hair Loss Treatments Right For Me? If you have used several different hair loss treatments to no avail, it may be time to investigate surgical hair loss treatments. There are a wide variety of treatments, including hair transplant surgery, alopecia reduction surgery, and other restoration procedures. What is involved in Hair Transplant Surgery? As a procedure, hair transplant surgery has been used for several years to help restore lost hair. As years have passed, techniques and technology have improved, and can now offer hair growth which is almost identical to natural hair. It works through the transplantation of follicles from back of scalp to affected areas. These are follicles most like to be healthy and undamaged by hair loss. The new growth from these follicles helps to cover areas which were thin or balding. These new follicles are DHT resistant, which means that the new hair grown in that area won't be affected by hair loss. Given time, one hundred percent of hair can be regained, but this will take several months. Alopecia reduction surgery is a more radical approach to treating hair loss. In this procedure, portion of scalp which no longer produces hair is removed, which scalp that still produces hair is stretched to cover that area. Any remaining bald areas are given hair transplants. There are also options if we have lost hair on your eyebrows or eyelashes. There are two different techniques to restore hair to these areas. One is the single hair transplant, other is known as flap grafting. In single hair transplants, hair is restored to the area one by one. In flap graft procedure, and area of skin which no longer produces hair is removed, and is replaced by a producing area. In all cases, surgical hair loss treatments are recommended only when other options are exhausted. In single hair transplant procedure, hair is restored one at a time. In flap grafting, affected areas are removed and are replaced by grafts from hair producing sections. Remember that surgical hair loss treatments are a last resort after other options have been explored.
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Amitriptyline: helpful modern medicine. uses of Amitriptyline Amitriptyline is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help we sleep better, and increase your energy level. Amitriptyline belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting balance of certain natural chemicals ( neurotransmitters ) in brain. how to use of Amitriptyline Read Medication Guide available from your pharmacist. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if we have any questions.
Take Amitriptyline by mouth, usually 1 to 3 times daily or as directed by your doctor. If we take it only once a day, take it at bedtime to help reduce daytime sleepiness. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition and response to therapy. Your doctor may start we at a low dose and gradually increase your dose over several weeks. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Amitriptyline does not work right away. It may take up to 2 to 3 weeks before you experience full benefits.
Use Amitriptyline regularly in order to get most benefit from it. To help we remember, take it at same times each day.
It's important to continue taking Amitriptyline even if you feel well. Do not suddenly stop taking Amitriptyline without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when drug is abruptly stopped. Muscle aches, headaches and worsening anxiety may also occur. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens ( e. g. , your feelings of sadness get worse, or we have thoughts of suicide ) . other used of Amitriptyline This section contains uses of Amitriptyline that aren't listed in approved professional labeling for drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use Amitriptyline for a condition that's listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.
Amitriptyline may also be used to treat other mental/mood problems ( e. g. , anxiety, bipolar disorder ) , certain types of pain ( e. g. , peripheral neuropathy, neuropathic pain ) , eating disorders ( e. g. , bulimia ) , and trouble sleeping, or to prevent migraine headache. side effects of Amitriptyline See also Warning section.
Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, fast heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, changes in taste, weight gain, tiredness, or trouble urinating may occur while use Amitriptyline. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
To relieve dry mouth, suck on ( sugarless ) hard candy or ice chips, chew ( sugarless ) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Amitriptyline because he or she has judged that benefit to we is greater than risk of side effects. Many people using Amitriptyline don't have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:
A very serious allergic reaction to Amitriptyline is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include:
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If we notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. precautions of Amitriptyline See also Warning section.
Before taking Amitriptyline, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it, or to other tricyclic antidepressants ( e. g. , nortriptyline ) , or if you have any other allergies.
Amitriptyline shouldn't be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if we have:
Before using Amitriptyline, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
Amitriptyline may make you drowsy or dizzy or cause blurred vision; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness or clear vision such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.
To minimize dizziness and risk of fainting, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that we are taking Amitriptyline.
Amitriptyline may make we more sensitive to sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths, and sunlamps. Wear sunblock ( SPF 30 or greater ) and a hat when outdoors.
If you have diabetes, Amitriptyline may increase your blood sugar levels. Check your blood sugar levels regularly as directed by your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if we have symptoms such as increased thirst/urination, shakiness, unusual sweating, or hunger. Your anti-diabetic medication or diet may need to be adjusted.
Depression can lead to thoughts/attempts of suicide. Tell your doctor immediately if we have any suicidal thoughts, worsening depression, or any other mental/mood changes ( including new or worsening anxiety, agitation, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, irritability, hostile/angry feelings, impulsive actions, severe restlessness, rapid speech ) . Keep all medical appointments so your doctor can monitor your progress closely and adjust your medication if needed.
Caution is advised when using Amitriptyline in elderly because they may be more sensitive to its side effects, especially dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty urinating.
Caution is advised when using Amitriptyline in children. ( See also Warning section. )
Amitriptyline should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Amitriptyline passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Breast-feeding while using Amitriptyline isn't recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. interactions of Amitriptyline Your healthcare professionals ( e. g. , doctor or pharmacist ) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring we for it. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
Amitriptyline shouldn't be used with following medications because very serious ( possibly fatal ) interactions may occur:
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors within 2 weeks before and after treatment with Amitriptyline. In some cases a serious, possibly fatal drug interaction may occur while use Amitriptyline.
If we are currently using any of these medications listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Amitriptyline.
Other drugs besides Amitriptyline that may affect heart rhythm ( QT prolongation in EKG ) include pimozide, cisapride, halofantrine, disopyramide, grepafloxacin and sparfloxacin, among others. Before using Amitriptyline, report all medications we are currently using to your doctor or pharmacist. QT prolongation can infrequently result in serious ( rarely fatal ) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms ( e. g. , severe dizziness, fainting ) that require immediate medical attention. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details and for instructions on how we may reduce risk of this effect.
Before using Amitriptyline, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products we may use, especially of:
If you have been taking fluoxetine, wait at least 5 weeks before starting Amitriptyline.
Cigarette smoking decreases blood levels of this medication. Tell your doctor if you smoke or if we have recently stopped smoking.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if we also take drugs that cause drowsiness such as:
Check the labels on all your medicines ( e. g. , cough-and-cold products ) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your pharmacist about safe use of those products.
Also report the use of drugs which might increase seizure risk ( decrease seizure threshold ) when combined with Amitriptyline ( e. g. , bupropion, isoniazid ( INH ) , theophylline, tramadol, among others ) .
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.
This document doesn't contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using Amitriptyline, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all products we use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share list with your doctor and pharmacist.
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