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Typical Antipsychotic / Tricyclic Antidepressant Combinations

Typical antipsychotic / tricyclic antidepressant combinations are used to treat anxiety, schizophrenia, and depression. They work by reducing agitation and elevating mood.

Why are typical antipsychotic tricyclic antidepressant combinations prescribed?

  1. Depression (33%)
  2. Anxiety (33%)
  3. Schizophrenia (33%)

Key takeaways

Typical antipsychotic / tricyclic antidepressant combinations contain two different medications that treat mental health conditions. They're used to treat depression symptoms in those also living with anxiety or schizophrenia. These medications work by balancing dopamine and serotonin levels in your brain. An example of this combination is perphenazine / amitriptyline.

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perphenazine / amitriptyline

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PERPHENAZINE; AMITRIPTYLINE treats depression and anxiety. It may also be used to treat schizophrenia. It works by increasing levels of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin in your brain, substances that help regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts. It is a combination of an antipsychotic and a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA). Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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