FDA label
What is amitriptyline used for?
The FDA-approved uses of amitriptyline, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “For the relief of symptoms of depression. Endogenous depression is more likely to be alleviated than are other depressive states.”
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Amitriptyline Hydrochloride, tablet, film coated
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. (ANDA089399). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
For the relief of symptoms of depression. Endogenous depression is more likely to be alleviated than are other depressive states.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 4e520c63-1cf6-40f6-a51c-3f9b0e181342, version 10, effective September 8, 2026. NDC 57664-687, one of 147 listings for this product.
Questions
What is amitriptyline used for?
The FDA label says: “For the relief of symptoms of depression. Endogenous depression is more likely to be alleviated than are other depressive states.”
What drug class is amitriptyline?
FDA lists amitriptyline in the Tricyclic Antidepressant established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.