Noun
TCAS (usually uncountable, plural TCASs)
(aviation) Initialism of traffic (alert and) collision avoidance system, a system for warning pilots of impending mid-air collisions and telling them what (if any) evasive action to take.
Although TCAs were originally labeled to treat depression, they also reduce anxiety, manage compulsive behavior and can help people with anger problems. Source: Internet
PER DRUG NOTES: Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) Amitriptyline : Preferentially (8x over norepinephrine) inhibits the reuptake of serotonin but norepinephrine reuptake inhibition is clinically significant. Source: Internet
Adverse effects have been found to be of a similar level between TCAs and SSRIs. Source: Internet
Older antidepressants, such as the TCAs and MAOIs usually require more visits and monitoring, and this may offset the low expense of the drugs. Source: Internet
More epileptogenic than other TCAs. Source: Internet
Separation minimums for terminal control areas (TCAs) around airports are lower than en-route standards. Source: Internet