Question 1

is buproprion a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (maoi) type of drug?

Accepted Answer

No: Bupropion (wellbutrin) inhibits re-uptake of norepinephrine and Dopamine into neurons (nerve and brain cells).  It does not inhibit mao, so there are no dietary restrictions or common medication interactions, unlike the the maois.

Question 2

does dexilant (dexlansoprazole) contain monoamine oxidase inhibitor?

Accepted Answer

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole): This is a proton pump inhibitor for treating gerd. It does not contain MAO inhibitor.

Question 3

is it true that zoloft (sertraline) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor?

Accepted Answer

No: Zoloft (sertraline) is a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor (ssri).

Question 4

do singulair (montelukast) or any allergy meds contain monoamine oxidase inhibitors?

Accepted Answer

No: Singulair, (montelukast) nasal steroids, latest generation antihistamines are MAO inhibitors.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: monoamine oxidase?

Accepted Answer

See below: L-monoamine oxidases (MAO) are a family of enzymes that catalyze the oxidation of monoamines. They are found bound to the outer membrane of mitochondria in most cell types in the body. The enzyme was originally discovered by mary bernheim in the liver and was named tyramine oxidase. They belong to the protein family of flavin-containing amine oxidoreductases..

Question 6

could monoamine oxidase increase be a solution for psychosis? if so how could i enhance it naturally?

Accepted Answer

Plz see psychiatrist: Combining this question together with your earlier one about dopamine, it sounds like you're interested in helping yourself (or someone you know) with psychosis -- but maybe trying to do this on your own?  A psychiatrist is trained to help by assessing clinical situation, suggesting further  diagnostic studies, & prescribing medications and/or other treatments -- as well as adjusting as needed.

Question 7

is depakote an maoi inhibitor?

Accepted Answer

: No.  According to Up to Date:
"The MAOIs that are most commonly used as antidepressants include isocarboxazid, moclobemide (not available in the United States), phenelzine, transdermal selegiline, &amp; tranylcypromine."

Use this drug-interaction checker before taking any new medication (prescription or over the counter) or supplement: 
https://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.html

Question 8

what is the period of time between taking rizatriptan and sumatriptan and any maoi inhibitors please?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacist: I am leery of taking any of those medications until you have been off MAO inhibitors for at least a week. The best authority to answer this question,however, is your pharmacist who has access to more information about these medications and interactions.

Question 9

is it safe to take nardil (phenelzine) a maoi inhibitor with levadopa?

Accepted Answer

Contraindicated: Never use this combination of drugs, because of high risk for dangerous interaction (e.g. acute hypertension and adjunctive effect of the medication).
Hope it help.

Question 10

is the natural medication for hypothyroidism (armour) a maoi?

Accepted Answer

No: Maoi = mono-amine oxidase inhibitor.  This class of medication is intended to treat depression.  Due to their many and severe interactions with other meds and food, they are rarely used any more.  They are unrelated to thyroid hormone, either so-called "natural" armour, or synthetic levothyroxine.

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Do singulair (montelukast) or any allergy meds contain monoamine oxidase inhibitors?

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What is the definition or description of: monoamine oxidase?

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Could monoamine oxidase increase be a solution for psychosis? if so how could i enhance it naturally?

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Is depakote an maoi inhibitor?

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What is the period of time between taking rizatriptan and sumatriptan and any maoi inhibitors please?

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Is it safe to take nardil (phenelzine) a maoi inhibitor with levadopa?

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Is the natural medication for hypothyroidism (armour) a maoi?

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