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Is depakote an maoi inhibitor?

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

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, & 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

Answered 3/29/2023

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Dr. Charles Turck answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

No, Depakote is an ‘antiepileptic drug’ used for managing some seizure disorders, treating manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder, or preventing migraines. MAO inhibitors are a class of medication used to treat conditions that include depression and Parkinson’s disease.

Answered 4/5/2023

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