I haven't tried that particular tricyclic, but have been on others (before getting dx of bp 1). I always have very vivid dreams when I start a new med. Then they subside & I can't rememebr any dreams at all. For the side effect of excessive daytime sleepiness that I have on my meds I take Provigil & Concerta. They really help. I get through the day without any loss of energy & can still sleep at night, but I take Trazodone & klonopin at night Sleeping enough is important to me cuz I tend to cycle when I go a few days without about 6 hours of sleep. Good luck on finding the right meds for you .--Suzy