Each antidepressant acts and feels differently from the rest. Tricyclics also differ according to which neurochemicals they help the brain increase. You can see the relative amounts of serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine they stimulate in the following table. They also differ in their effects and side effects, and in how well they work to relieve depression in different people.

• What are tricydic antidepressants?
• What should I be aware of when taking antidepressants?
• What is serotonin syndrome?
• Will Zoloft make me sleepy at work?
• What are the advantages of Wellbutrin?
• Who is most likely to have an episode of major depression?
• Whatever happened to Serzone?
• Does Remeron have bad side effects?
• Why is Prozac the most recognized antidepressant?
• What are the benefits and drawbacks of Paxil?
• Is Luvox often prescribed?
• What is Lexapro like?
• Is Effexor any better than other antidepressants?
• Is Desyrel an old medication?
• Is Cymbalta a new antidepressant that works in a special way?
• Is Celexa a good antidepressant?
• How serious is my depression?
• Why are some antidepressants called SSRIs?
• What predicts a good response to antidepressants?
• Are antidepressants just a crutch?