Patient compliance with MAO inhibitor therapy.
Journal Article
Exaggerated fears of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) and of their interactions with foods often restrict their use. A review of the literature reveals seven food items most likely to produce a hypertensive crisis in combination with MAOI administration: aged cheeses, smoked or pickled fish, beef or chicken liver, dry fermented sausage, pods of broad beans, brewer's yeast products, and certain alcoholic beverages. Improved understanding of the dietary restrictions, benefits, and mechanism of action of the MAOIs can enhance cooperation with the prescribed treatment program.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Walker, JI; Davidson, J; Zung, WW
Published Date
- July 1984
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 45 / 7 Pt 2
Start / End Page
- 78 - 80
PubMed ID
- 6735998
Pubmed Central ID
- 6735998
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0160-6689
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States