What kind of drug is trintellix?

What is Trintellix, and what class of drug is it?

Trintellix (brand name for vortioxetine) is an oral antidepressant medication used to treat major depressive disorder. It belongs to the serotonin modulator and stimulator class, which means it works by affecting multiple serotonin receptors in addition to its action on the serotonin system.

How does Trintellix work compared with SSRIs?

Unlike many older antidepressants that primarily work as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), Trintellix has a mixed mechanism involving serotonin transport and several serotonin receptor types. This “multireceptor” approach is part of why it’s categorized separately from standard SSRI-only drugs.

Is Trintellix a psychiatric drug or a pain drug?

Trintellix is a psychiatric medication. It is used for depression, not for pain or other conditions.