Tricyclic antidepressants, or TCAs, were the first class of drugs developed to treat depression, and have have been shown to reduce binge eating and vomiting in the treatment of bulimia nervosa. TCAs inhibit the reabsorption (reuptake) of serotonin and norepinephrine. To a lesser extent, TCAs also inhibit reabsorption of dopamine. Side affects are thought to be due to their wider blocking impact on other brain receptors. When TCAs are administered, it is necessary to be alert to potential adverse interactions with certain foods and/or other medications the patient is receiving. Additional information. Keywords: define Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), definition Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), definition of Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), meaning Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), dictionary Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), what is Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) eating disorder If you came to the F.E.A.S.T. Eating Disorders Glossary from a page on the F.E.A.S.T site, click the "go back" button in your internet browser to return to that page; if not, we welcome you to visit the FEAST home page for a wealth of information on evidence-based treatment for eating disorders, support for parents and families, the latest eating disorders research, a forum for parents and caregivers, useful books, etc. |