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MAOI

MAOI An MAOI is a substance that blocks monoamine oxidase, an enzyme involved in breaking down monoamines.

An MAOI is a substance that blocks monoamine oxidase, an enzyme involved in breaking down monoamines. Because this enzyme helps inactivate neurotransmitters, MAOIs affect neurotransmitter activity.

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