What is TCA?
TCA stands for tricyclic antidepressants. This prescription drug is recommended for major depressive disorder (MDD).
FDA-approved TCAs
- amitriptyline
- amoxapine
- doxepin
- desipramine
- nortriptyline
- protriptyline
- imipramine
- trimipramine
Why Test for Tricyclic Antidepressants?
Tricyclic Antidepressants are non-controlled drugs. They are legal prescription medications. As a result, anybody who has a prescription can buy it anywhere.
Although these substances are not addictive, users develop a resistance for it. Later on, they become dependent on it.
This dependence, unfortunately, has led to fatal overdoses in the US.
Therefore, the need for drug testing. It can help self the lives of those who are taking TCAs as a means to cope with depression.
TCA Test Strips
TCA Test Strips Procedure:
- First, remove the test strip from the sealed pouch and use it within one hour
- Second, immerse the strip into the urine with the arrow pointing towards the urine
- Third, take the strip out after 15 seconds and lay the strip flat on a clean, dry, non-absorbent surface.
- Finally, read the result in 5 minutes
Positive
Only one colored band appears, in the control region ©. No apparent colored band appears in the test region (T)
Negative
Two colored bands appear on the membrane. One brand appears in the control regions © and another band appears in the test region (T).
Invalid
- Control band fails to appear.
- Results from any test which has not produced a control band at the specified read time must be discarded.
- Please review the procedure and repeat with a new test.
- If the problems persist, discontinue using the kit immediately and contact your local distributor.
Quality control
This TCA drug test strip includes internal procedural controls.
Additionally, if there’s a sufficient amount of specimen and the procedure is followed properly, a positive result will show as a colored band in the control region.
However, there are no external controls in this kit. That’s why we highly recommend further testing to verify positive results.
Get TCA test strips that’s convenient, safe, and easy to use.
12 Panel Now’s tricyclic antidepressants drug test strips enable you to perform TCA testing with complete ease on your own.
- Quick results within five minutes.
- Cutoff level of 1000 ng/ml.
We supply drug testing kits that detect a range of drugs including the ones listed below.
- Alcohol
- Fentanyl
- Kratom
- Buprenorphine
- Cocaine
- Marijuana
- PPX
- Methadone
- Oxycodone
- Methamphetamine
- Morphine
- and more!
What makes our product unique?
12 Panel Now’s Rapid TCA urine drug test strips provide you with fast and accurate results. As a consequence, there’s no time wasted on waiting for lab results!
Just open the pack, dip in the urine sample, and wait for the result.
Our family-owned and operated business provides you with high quality but lowest-priced drug test strips and cups. Above all, we value integrity and compassionate service.
We strive to serve you better
This is why we pay careful attention to all your needs and preferences, from purchasing to shipping. Every transaction you make with us goes smoothly and at the lowest price, every time, all the time.
And more!
Yes, we ship same-day on all transactions made before 5pm EST! This ensures you receive your order as quickly as possible.
We take pride in providing the best 12 panel drug testing cups on the market. It’s because we want you, our customers, to feel appreciated and respected.
Aside from drug testing strips we offer:
Rest assured that all 12 Panel Now products are accurate and have passed the rigorous standards of CLIA and FDA.
12 Panel Now’s TCA drug test kit uses the lateral flow assay (LFA) technology.
This paper-based platform has the following qualities:
- detects substances in complex mixtures like urine
- made up of membranes infused with specific chemicals that help pinpoint the presence of specific drugs in pee
All you need to do is to dip the drug test strip into the urine, then wait for a few minutes. This gives the strip enough time to absorb the urine. Then, read the results.
Easy drug testing at a price you can afford!
Yes, it’s possible to overdose on tricyclic antidepressants. Read more here: Tricyclic Antidepressants Risks and Overdose
Screening for tricyclic antidepressants helps determine cases of toxicity, overdose, and other emergencies. Read more here: Tricyclic Antidepressants
Besides, many who take TCA are in a state of high stress. Thus, there is abusive consumption in professional and even school environments. Read more here: Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCA) test
Unless prescribed by your doctor, you should not take SSRI and tricyclic antidepressants together.
This is because certain combinations of antidepressants can be life-threatening. Read more here: Cautions – Antidepressants
Using TCA for insomnia is widespread.
However, doctors do not recommend it for insomnia.
Furthermore, there is no clear evidence for its efficacy.
Read more here: Antidepressants for insomnia in adults
Flexeril is a prescription muscle relaxer. However, its structure is similar to a class of antidepressants called tricyclic antidepressants. So no, it’s not a TCA.
Read more here: Understanding Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine)
Some of the most commonly prescribed TCAs include the following:
- Imipramine (Tofranil)
- Amitriptyline (Elavil)
- Clomipramine (Anafranil)
- Desipramine (Norpramin)
- Doxepin (Silenor)
- Nortriptyline (Pamelor)
- Protriptyline (Vivactil)
- Trimipramine (Surmontil)
Read more here: Tricyclic Antidepressants
Antidepressants vary. To clarify, Prozac belongs to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a type of antidepressant. Therefore, it’s not a TCA.
Read more here: Antidepressants: Selecting one that’s right for you
No. Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.
Read more here: Lexapro (escitalopram oxalate)
Drug tests can detect TCAs and their metabolites in the urine, for up to ten days. Read more here: Tri-Cyclic Anti-Depressants TCA
TCA stands for tricyclic antidepressant.
Read more here: WHAT DOES TCA MEAN ON A DRUG TEST?
12 Panel Now carries over 20 types of drug test strips you can use for detecting a specific substance in human urine.
12 Panel Now’s List of Drug Test Strips
- EtG Alcohol Test Strips
- Fentanyl Test Strips
- Kratom Test Cartridges
- Kratom Test Strips
- hCG Pregnancy Test Strips
- Ovulation Test Strips
- Alcohol Test Strips
- THC Test Strips
- LSD Drug Test
- GHB Drug Test
Other strips
12 Panel Now is a family-owned business that cares about you and your organization.
We understand your drug testing needs. That’s why we do our best to provide you with top quality, but low-cost, 99% accurate, CLIA-waived, and FDA-approved drug testing supplies.
Additionally, our products have a 24-month shelf life from the date of manufacture.
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