I've been taking amitriptyline for about 5 months. My neuro prescribed it for depression AND pain...it hasn't done a lick for any pain (my chiropractor is better), but my overall mood and outlook on life is much improved! No bad side effects or problems. I started on 10mg at night for 2 weeks, and then dosed up to 20mg. On the bright side, too...it's inexpensive.

Best wishes!