MAOIS for Depression

by Cathy Parkes May 29, 2020 Updated: December 29, 2021

MAOIs are used to treat depression.

Important points about MAOIs: They interact with MANY other medications. Eating foods rich in tyramine can cause a hypertensive crisis. Foods rich in tyramine include aged cheese, avocados, bananas, red wine, salami/pepperoni, chocolate.

To learn more about MAOIs, check out our article on nervous system medications for depression.

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Car Seat Safety for Newborns

Car seat safety for newborns includes installing the car seat in the back/middle seat, using a rear-facing seat with a 5-point harness until at least age 2, installing the seat at a 45 degree angle, positioning straps at or below the level of the child's shoulders, and ensuring the chest clip is at the nipple level (NOT resting on the abdomen!)

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