MAOI

MAOI
Monoamine oxidase inhibitor. One of a potent class of medications used to treat depression.
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Abbreviation for monoamine oxidase inhibitor.
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monoamine oxidase inhibitor

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MAOI abbr monoamine oxidase inhibitor

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monoamine oxidase inhibitor.

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