I was prescribed this for my headaches at the lower dose as well.
My doctor told me that because it was a small dose it wouldn't be an issue- similar to the opinions posted above.
Everyone is different, but this was awful for me!
The side effects were horrible. Scary!
I became suicidal and have no history of depression, or any other mental issues. I was a perfectly healthy happy 23 year old athlete before my PCS.
Not to mention all the other side effects. I felt like I was ingesting toxins.
It is possible that many people benefit from this but please be an informed consumer!
There is a site online:
http://www.askapatient.com/viewratin...03&name=elavil
People discuss their experience with prescription drugs. Make sure that you look at the right dosage.