How long after a patient stops a monoamine oxidase inhibitor does he or she need to maintain the dietary restrictions followed when taking this medication?

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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) require dietary restrictions to avoid hypertensive crises. These restrictions should be maintained for 2 weeks after stopping the medication, as the enzyme activity takes time to return to normal levels.

How Long After a Patient Stops a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor