Definition of "phenelzine" [phenelzine]

• A monoamine oxidase inhibitor, C8H12N2, used especially in the form of its sulfate as an antidepressant. (noun)

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• "MAOIs, such as phenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate), and isocarboxazid (Marplan), are an older type of anti-depressant that is used to treat some anxiety disorders."
• "Common interactions: Barbiturate anesthetics (e.g., thiopental); cimetidine (Tagamet); antidepressants, including monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors such as phenelzine (Nardil) and tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline; sodium oxybate (GHB)."
• "Acetylator status and response to phenelzine in depressed patients."