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Phenelzine Sulfate (phenelzine sulfate)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

Phenelzine sulfate is a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor antidepressant.

USES: This medication is used to treat depression. Phenelzine belongs to a class of drugs known as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO inhibitors). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Generic name: phenelzine sulfate
Pronunciation: (FEN-el-zeen)

Reference product & biosimilars

No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Phenelzine Sulfate:

  • Depression

Also known as: Depressed Mood, Depressive Disorder, Depressive Reaction, Depressive Syndrome, Mental Depression.

Dosing

Dosage of phenelzine sulfate is expressed in terms of phenelzine.

Patients should be monitored for possible worsening of depression, suicidality, or unusual changes in behavior, especially at the beginning of therapy or during periods of dosage adjustment. (See Worsening of Depression and Suicidality Risk under Cautions: Precautions and Contraindications, in the Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors General Statement 28:16.04.12.)

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Adverse reactions

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Precautions

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ICD codes

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data