TCAlääkkeet
TCAlääkkeet, which translates to Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs), are a class of drugs primarily used to treat depression. They were among the first antidepressants developed and have been in use since the late 1950s. TCAs work by affecting the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, particularly norepinephrine and serotonin, which are believed to play a role in mood regulation.
These medications are also prescribed for a range of other conditions, including anxiety disorders, chronic pain,
TCAs are generally taken orally, and their effects can take several weeks to become apparent. Due to