- they act to increase biogenic amines in the brain, especially serotonin, norepinephrine and sometimes dopamine. - the mechanism is to block reuptake back into the pre synaptic neuron.

Tricyclics Flashcards by esther mcculloch

Tricyclic’s drugs names

amitriptyline
clomipramine
dosulepin
doxepin
imipramine
lofepramine
nortriptyline
trimipramine

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Tricyclic side effects

dry mouth
dizziness
blurred vision
constipation
sedation
tachycardia

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How to recognise tricyclics

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How tricyclics work

they act to increase biogenic amines in the brain, especially serotonin, norepinephrine and sometimes dopamine.
the mechanism is to block reuptake back into the pre synaptic neuron.

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Tricyclics - related drugs: drugs names

mianserin

- trazodone

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Tricyclics - related drugs: side effects

postural hypotension
rash
seizure
sexual dysfunction
suicidal behaviours
tremors

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Tricyclics - related drugs: how to recognise the drug type

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