Tag: tricyclic antidepressants
Anticholinergic Burden with Tricyclic Antidepressants: Cognitive and Cardiac Risks
Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline carry high anticholinergic burden, increasing risks of cognitive decline and heart rhythm problems-especially in older adults. Learn why these drugs are being phased out and what safer options exist.
Tricyclic Antidepressant Side Effects: Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline, and Other TCAs Explained
Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline and nortriptyline still help with chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression-but their side effects can be severe. Learn the real risks, who should avoid them, and how to use them safely.
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