Posted by linkadge on March 21, 2016, at 18:27:13
In reply to Re: Tricyclics and bipolar depression » linkadge, posted by SLS on March 21, 2016, at 12:32:18
Drugs which block 5-ht2 receptors are known to improve sleep. Blocking 5-ht2 receptors blocks the serotonin induced supression of melatonin, and may help offset the circadian shifts associated with excessive nighttime light. 5-ht2 receptors appear to interact with GSK-3.
For instance, 5-ht2 blockers can improve disrupted sleep patterns in mice lacking monoamine oxidase.
Also, the histamine and calcium channel blocking effects of cyproheptadine can also improve sleep.
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