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I am a 23 year old male. I've been suffering with rashes over my body specially my back and my chest area. I went to a dermatologist yesterday and she prescribed be a cetrizine tablet, a amitriptyline tablet and a lotion Today I found out that amitriptyline is a anti-depressent agent. So can it be taken for my problem or am I getting wrong treatment?

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist 14 yrs exp Mumbai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi

Dermatologist 14 yrs exp Mumbai

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Yes it is anti depressant. I cannot help becuase I don't know your diagnosis. If you want my opinion, please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice.

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