Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) for Bipolar Disorder
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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors treat
depression by preventing the breakdown of
serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, increasing their availability. These
medications are not used often because of their potential side effects and need
for a special diet.
Antidepressants in this class of drugs used for bipolar disorder include:
Like other classes of antidepressants, the MAOIs take several weeks to begin
working. Your doctor may also prescribe a sedative to help relieve
anxiety,
agitation, or sleep problems while the antidepressant begins to work. You will
also need to monitor what foods you eat to avoid side effects.
MAOI Side Effects
Eating certain smoked, fermented, or pickled foods, drinking certain
beverages, or taking certain medications can cause severe high blood pressure in
combination with MAOIs. People taking these antidepressants must follow a
special diet.
Common side effects may include:
- Difficulty getting to sleep
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting
- Dry mouth, blurred vision, and appetite changes
- High blood pressure and changes in heart rate and rhythm
- Muscle twitching and feelings of restlessness
- Loss of sexual desire or ability
- Weight gain
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