Definitions
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Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor.
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor - as a noun
Any of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maoiHypernyms (Closely Related)
antidepressantantidepressant drugHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"My doctor prescribed a monoamine oxidase inhibitor to help manage my anxiety."
"Patients should avoid consuming certain foods while taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors."
"The effectiveness of monoamine oxidase inhibitors in treating bipolar disorder is still being studied."
"The use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors requires careful monitoring of blood pressure."
"Some people may experience side effects such as dizziness or insomnia when taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors."
Word Variations & Relations
A-Z Proximities
mono-iodotyrosinemonoacidmonoacidicmonoacidsmonoamine Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor
monoaminergicmonoaminesmonoaomonoatomicmonobasic
