Originally Posted by teachermom

Hello everyone. I am new to the forum, but not to SFN. I started having the symptoms in spring 14. 4 doctors and one year later, I was diagnosed through skin punch biopsy with non-length dependent, idiopathic sfn.

I am a runner. As a matter of fact, the symptoms began while I was training for a half marathon. It has taken months, but I am finally back to my normal miles.

2 weeks ago, I called my neuro and asked if we could try a low-dose med to help me sleep through the burning pain at night. He prescribed 10 mg of amitriptyline at bedtime. I noticed a difference immediately. I couldn't believe how much better I was feeling. However, after about a week, I became very tired and dizzy. So, I quit taking it about 4 days ago. My energy is returning to normal, but the pain is incredible. It feels like my legs are full of toxins. I haven't been able to run for a few days because of the weather and I realize this is part of the problem.

Is there anyone who has been on amit. for an extended time? If so, did the dizzy tired symptoms get better?