The Mental Capacity Act (England and Wales)
Introduction Came into force in 2007 Applies to everyone over 16 in the UK Provides the legal framework to make decisions for those who lack capacity to do so themselves…
The Mental Health Act (England and Wales)
Introduction This was passed in 1983, and amended in 2007. . It is rather long and detailed. It allows for the compulsory admission of those who are mentally ill. In…
Tiredness and fatigue
Introduction Tiredness is a very common presenting complaint to general practice, with a wide range of differentials. It is not a diagnosis, rather it is a symptom. It is commonly…
Tricyclic Antidepressants
Introduction Tricyclic Antidepressants e.g. Amitriptyline, imipramine, lofepramine There are also related compounds, that are not technically tricyclics, but that we will consider as the same here: amoxapine, maprotiline Mechanism They inhibit…
Tricyclic Overdose
Introduction Tricyclic Medications (sometimes called tricyclic antidepressants, or TCAs) for example; amitriptyline, dosulepin, are commonly taken in overdose. They are probably one of the more dangerous medications to use in…