Tricyclic Antidepressant (Noun)
Meaning
An antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin and thus making more of those substances available to act on receptors in the brain.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that is often used to treat symptoms of depression, such as changes in sleep, appetite, and concentration.
- Imipramine, a tricyclic antidepressant, can help to increase the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
- Nortriptyline, a type of tricyclic antidepressant, works by altering the levels of chemicals in the brain to help manage symptoms of depression and other mental health conditions.
- The use of tricyclic antidepressants has decreased in recent years, with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other medications becoming more commonly prescribed for depression and anxiety.
- Do not take monoamine oxidase inhibitors within 14 days of taking tricyclic antidepressants, as the combination can lead to potentially life-threatening interactions.