Abstract
Substituting one monoamine oxidase inhibitor for another is recommended only after a drug-free interval to avoid hypertensive emergencies. The evidence and mechanism firmly supporting this caution is lacking. We report a case where monoamine oxidase inhibitors were substituted without apparent adverse consequences.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Depressive Disorder / drug therapy
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Humans
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Lithium / adverse effects
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Lithium / therapeutic use
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Male
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Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors / adverse effects*
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Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors / therapeutic use
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Phenelzine / adverse effects*
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Phenelzine / therapeutic use
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Tranylcypromine / adverse effects
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Tranylcypromine / therapeutic use
Substances
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Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
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Tranylcypromine
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Lithium
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Phenelzine