# Episode 8: Tricyclic Antidepressants

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Podcast: [This Is Your Brain On Drugs Psychiatry Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-is-your-brain-on-drugs-psychiatry-podcast-7023342)
Published: 2024-10-12T14:47:36+00:00
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## Resource

Now that we better understand the neuroreceptors in our brains, let's tackle the tricyclic antidepressants. These used to be a mainstay of psychiatric medication treatment for depression. Not so anymore as we have safer medications that have WAY less adverse effects, but they're still used; not as much for depression but for their other effects like with chronic pain, poor sleep, and more. I'd wager primary care uses them more than psychiatrists. They can help but they sure can hurt as well. Let's find out more about them!

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