Are there different types of tricyclic antidepressants?
There are several different types. They include: imipramine, amitriptyline, doxepin, mianserin, trazodone, and lofepramine. Each of these comes in different brand names. There is no ‘best buy’ that suits everyone. A doctor makes a judgement as to which one would best suit. Things such as your age, other drugs that you may take, other medical problems, possible side-effects, and previous use of antidepressants are taken into account. If the one chosen does not suit, it is sometimes necessary to change the dose, or change the preparation. Also, if tricyclic antidepressants do not help then another type of antidepressant may be advised.
