One of your patients is suffering from depression. As you consider a drug to prescribe, you are concerned about your patient's high blood pressure and the fact that she really likes to eat cheese. Which of the following antidepressant drugs should you avoid?

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MAO inhibitors can cause a hypertensive crisis when consumed with tyramine-rich foods, such as cheese. Patients with high blood pressure should avoid these due to potential adverse interactions.

One of Your Patients Is Suffering from Depression