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Phenelzine

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Updated November 20, 2006

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Definition:
Phenelzine is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressant, usually prescribed for treating depression. The brand name for phenelzine is Nardil.

See Nardil for more information on this medication.
Pronunciation: FEN-ul-zeen
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