In this lecture, Dr. Dugan explains how the MAO inhibitors work and the mechanisms behind the potential risks. She also discusses the therapeutic benefits of these medications and how to use them safely. By the end of this lecture, you will be able to: 1) describe the mechanism of action of the monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), 2) identify relevant interactions of MAOIs with medications and foods, and 3) evaluate efficacy data of MAOIs in treatment of depression.
In this lecture, Dr. Dugan covers the basics of drug metabolism and highlights several important psychiatric drug-drug interactions that patients as well as prescribers should be aware of. By the end of this lecture, you will be able to: 1) compare pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic drug interactions and 2) identify relevant drug interactions with medications used in the treatment of mental illnesses.
In this lecture, Dr. Dugan discusses the tricyclic antidepressants including their mechanism of action, indications, dosing, monitoring, and common side effects. By the end of this lecture, you will be able to: 1) describe the pharmacology of the tricyclic antidepressants (TCA), 2) identify relevant pharmacokinetic differences between TCAs, and 3) evaluate the literature on TCAs for the treatment of depression.
