Monoaminooxidase inhibitor

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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inhibitors of the enzyme monoaminooxidase (MAO), which breaks down various hormones such as serotonin. Inhibition of the enzyme leads to an accumulation of the hormone in the cell.

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MAO inhibitors are used to treat depression, anxiety disorders (especially social phobia, panic disorders) and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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  1. Meyer JH et al (2006) Elevated monoamine oxidase a levels in the brain: an explanation for the monoamine imbalance of major depression. Arch gene Psychiatry 63:1209-1216
  2. Serretti A et al (2006) Temperament and character in mood disorders: influence of DRD4, SERTPR, TPH and MAO-A polymorphisms. Neuropsychobiology 53:9-16

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer