MAOI Flashcards

1
Q

Which group of patients do we use monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) in?

A

Those with atypical depression (hypersomnia, increased appetite, oversensitivity to rejection). However, even in this group they are hardly ever used.

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2
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Why are monoamine oxidase inhibitors dangerous?

A

They lead to a build up of some amines such as tyramine. This can lead to a hypertensive crisis.

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3
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Which foods should a patient on monoamine oxidase inhibitors avoid?

A
Cheese
Yeast and protein extract - Marmite, Bovril 
Chianti wine 
Beer 
Soya bean extract
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4
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What are the early warning signs of a hypertensive crisis caused by high levels of tyramine as a result of treatment of depression using monoamine oxidase inhibitors?

A

Throbbing headache

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5
Q

Name some monoamine oxidase inhibitors.

A

Phenelzine
Tranylcypromine
Isocarboxazid

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