TRANYLCYPROMINE (Tranylcypromine) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

TRANYLCYPROMINE

What is the Trade Name for TRANYLCYPROMINE?

Tranylcypromine

What are the Indications for TRANYLCYPROMINE?

  • 1 INDICATIONS & USAGE Tranylcypromine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adult patients who have not responded adequately to other antidepressants. Tranylcypromine tablets are not indicated for the initial treatment of MDD due to the potential for serious adverse reactions and drug interactions, and the need for dietary restrictions [see Contraindications (4), Warnings and Precautions (5), and Drug Interactions (7)] . Tranylcypromine tablets are a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adult patients who have not responded adequately to other antidepressants (1) Tranylcypromine tablets are not indicated for the initial treatment of MDD due to the potential for serious adverse reactions and drug interactions, and the need for dietary restrictions (1,4, 5, 7)

 

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