I saw the other post regarding amitriptyline and thought I'd ask about nortriptyline. I've been taking 10mg about 2 hrs before bedtime for almost 3 weeks now. The doctor prescribed it so I could get more quality sleep and I think to help curb headaches. I've found that it helps me feel more calm during the day, but it hasn't helped greatly in the sleep dept. Instead of sleeping @ 4hrs/night, I am now on avg getting 5-6hrs (with interruptions). My doctor said to start at 10mg and go up to 20mg if needed. I'm thinking tonight is the night I try 20mg. in hopes of getting at least 6 continuous hrs of sleep.

I'm just wondering what sort of dose others who take nortriptyline are on. I'm a little disappointed I have to take more. I was trying to take the most minimal amount of medicine possible.