Antidepressant drugs that inhibit the ______ enzyme allow more amine neurotransmitters to remain in the synaptic cleft and continue to exert an effect in CNS synapses involved in depression.

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Antidepressant drugs that inhibit the monoamine oxidase enzyme allow more amine neurotransmitters (such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine) to remain in the synaptic cleft, leading to increased stimulation of the postsynaptic receptors and potentially improving symptoms of depression.

Antidepressant Drugs That Inhibit the ______ Enzyme Allow More Amine