Andie is taking an antidepressant and has been told that there are a number of foods and herbal preparations she must avoid because of potentially dangerous side effects.What type of antidepressant is she likely to be taking?

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Andie is likely taking a MAOI (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor). MAOIs can cause dangerous side effects when combined with certain foods and herbal preparations, such as aged cheeses, soy sauce, fermented foods, and St. John's Wort. Tricyclic antidepressants can also have some dietary restrictions, but not to the same extent as MAOIs. SNRIs and SSRIs typically do not have dietary restrictions.

Andie Is Taking an Antidepressant and Has Been Told That