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The Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI's)

PsychRounds: The Psychiatry Podcast

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Understanding the Mechanisms and Risks of MAOIs

This chapter delves into how Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors work by blocking enzymes responsible for breaking down key neurotransmitters. It also highlights the pharmacokinetics, dosing, side effects, and serious risks associated with MAOIs, including the potential for serotonin syndrome.

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