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What is monoamine oxidase inhibitor?

Pronunciation: /monoamine* oxidase* ˌɪnˈhɪbətər/

monoamine oxidase inhibitor

Definition

A type of drug used to treat depression. It stops the breakdown of certain chemicals in the brain that help improve a person’s mood. A monoamine oxidase inhibitor is a type of antidepressant. Also called MAO inhibitor.