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Meaning of MONOAMINE OXIDASE INHIBITOR
 
WordNet Dictionary
Definition:
[n] any of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate
 
Synonyms:
MAOI
 
See Also:
antidepressant
,
antidepressant drug
,
iproclozid
,
isocarboxazid
,
Marplan
,
Nardil
,
phenelzine
,
tranylcypromine
Biology Dictionary
Definition:
A drug that interferes with the action of
monoamine oxidase
, slowing the breakdown of certain
neurotransmitters
. Used in the treatment of depression.
 
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