Which of the following statements is true of tricyclic antidepressants?
A)They are safe even if taken in overdose.
B)They are used more frequently these days.
C)Their side effects are related to the levels of the neurotransmitter secretin.
D)They can cause cardiac arrhythmia in people with heart problems.

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Tricyclic antidepressants can cause cardiac arrhythmia in people with heart problems. Option A is incorrect as tricyclic antidepressants are known to be toxic in overdose. Option B is incorrect as they are not as commonly used these days due to the development of newer antidepressants with fewer side effects. Option C is incorrect as there is no known relationship between tricyclic antidepressants and the neurotransmitter secretin.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Tricyclic Antidepressants