Antidepressant Directly Stimulates Brain Growth Factor Receptors

The tricyclic antidepressant amitriptyline can directly bind and stimulate the growth factor receptors TrkA and TrkB in the brain. Other antidepressants do not have the same properties. The finding suggests a distinct mechanism by which some antidepressant and pain relief compounds may function.

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