Patient compliance with MAO inhibitor therapy.

Published

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 1, 1984

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 45 / 7 Pt 2

Start / End Page

  • 78 - 80

PubMed ID

  • 6735998

Pubmed Central ID

  • 6735998

Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)

  • 1555-2101

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 0160-6689

Language

  • eng