What is another word for nontricyclic?
Pronunciation: [nˌɒntɹa͡ɪsˈa͡ɪklɪk] (IPA) 
The term "nontricyclic" is used to describe drugs that are not part of the tricyclic antidepressant class. Some synonyms for this term include "non-TCA," "non-triptyline," and "non-imipramine." Other drugs in this category may be referred to as "atypical antidepressants" or simply "non-classical antidepressants." Examples of nontricyclic antidepressants include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Prozac and Zoloft, serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) such as Cymbalta and Effexor, and atypical antidepressants such as Wellbutrin and Remeron. These drugs may have different mechanisms of action and side effects compared to tricyclic antidepressants, making them viable alternatives for those who do not tolerate or respond well to the tricyclic class.
