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Antidepressant, tricyclic (TCA): One of a class of medications used to treat depression. The tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) are also used for some forms of anxiety, fibromyalgia, and the control of chronic pain.
"Tricyclic" refers to the presence of three rings in the chemical structure of these drugs.
Library > Literature & Language > Dictionary n. Any of a group of antidepressant drugs, such as amitryptyline, that contain three fused benzene rings and that block ...
Tricyclic and tetracyclic antidepressants — How these antidepressants work and possible side effects.
Tricyclic antidepressants include amitriptyline (brand names Elavil, Endep and others), nortriptyline (brand names Pamelor and Aventyl) and several others.
Tricyclic antidepressants were the most commonly prescribed antidepressants until selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) came along. Doctors still prescribe ...
Depression. Antidepressants. Tricyclic antidepressants are described. How do they work? TCA for depression. Side effects of tricyclic antidepressants, drug interactions ...