Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
what is the role of monoamine oxidase?
A
metabolises serotonin and noradrenaline in the presynaptic cell
2
Q
name some examples of non-selective monoamine oxidase inhibitors
A
- tranylcypromine
- phenelzine
3
Q
when are non-selective monoamine oxidase inhibtors used?
A
atypical depression
4
Q
what are the adverse-effects of non-selective monoamine oxidase inhibitors?
A
- hypertensive reactions to tyramine containing foods
- anticholinergic effects
5
Q
what foods contain tyramine?
A
- cheese
- pickled herring
- bovril
- oxo
- marmite
- broad beans
