February 2009

Guidelines for Usage Of Teracyclic Compounds

Posted on February 26, 2009 by steve

* Dosage is individualized. Take exactly as prescribed. * Do not stop taking or change the dose unless directed by your doctor. * Maprotiline – May be given as a single daily dose or in divided doses. * Mirtazapine – … Continue reading →

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Tetracyclic Compounds – An Antedepressant Agent

Posted on February 19, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Antidepressant; mood-elevating agent. How the Drug Works: The exact mechanism of action is not known. It is believed that tetracyclic antidepressants adjust or balance how the brain and nervous system produce and respond to natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) … Continue reading →

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Trazodone – Uses and Side Effects

Posted on February 9, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Antidepressant; mood-elevating agent. How the Trazodone Works: It is not known how trazodone works to relieve depression. It is believed trazodone modifies the chemical balance in the brain, which changes behavior. It does not stimulate the brain. … Continue reading →