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Meaning of MAOI
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
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Synonyms:
monoamine oxidase inhibitor
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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