Phenelzine
Definition
Phenelzine is classified as a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor. In the United States, phenelzine is sold under the brand name Nardil.
Purpose
Phenelzine is used to treat certain types of serious depression and severe depression complicated by severe anxiety that do not respond to other antidepressant drugs.
Description
Phenelzine is a member of a class of drugs called monoamine oxidase inhibitors. Monoamine oxidase, or MAO, is an enzyme found throughout the body. In the brain, MAO breaks down norepinephrine and serotonin, two naturally occurring chemicals that are important in maintaining mental well-being and preventing depression....
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