Hi!I take amitriptyline, the generic for elavil. I took elavil and it either didn't help with the pain or it didn't help me to sleep. I took daypro and my blood pressure soared. I have low bp and for it to jump means something is wrong. The dr. that I saw asked if I was incapasitated !??! I said no but when I told her my symptoms she said I was just nervous about going to the drs. office !?!? ANd that accounted for the rise in bp. She dismissed me and I felt like a fool. THe bp was 145/100. It is always low like 117/85 or 120/80. SHe didn't care, she didn't listen, and I will not see her again.I have taken over 2 dozen types of medicine to control the pain and insomnia. I tend to develop a tolerance for most of them within a month or two. Amitript. has been the most effective. The side effects for me have been increased thirst, sweet cravings, weight gain, swelling of my ankels. But I can sleep and the pain is blocked pretty good.I am so glad to hear that you have a good dr. That helps a lot when he understands and will work with you to find answers and a balance for your health. Take care. JM