Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)

Class of medications that help manage the symptoms of clinical depression (major depressive disorder) -- Work by increasing the levels of norepinephrine (primarily) and serotonin in your brain

Amitriptyline

ElavilⓇ

Doxepin

SinequanⓇ

Imipramine

TofranilⓇ

Nortriptyline

PamelorⓇ

What are the indications of Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?

Depression, Generalized eating disorders, Diabetic peripheral neuropathy, Migraine prevention

What are the adverse drug reactions of Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?

Dry mouth, Weight gain, Reduced libido, Erectile dysfunction, Tachycardia