maoi
/ˈmaʊi/
noun
- A type of antidepressant drug that works by inhibiting the enzyme monoamine oxidase, used to treat depression and other conditions.
- The doctor prescribed an MAOI for her treatment-resistant depression.
- He switched from an SSRI to an MAOI after discussing side effects with his psychiatrist.
- Patients taking an MAOI must avoid certain foods like aged cheese.