MAOIs (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors)

• Blocks activity of monoamine oxidase – Then norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin are more available and more active in the brain - 1st Generation

Tricyclic Antidepressants - Elavil

• 1st Generation

Blocks the reuptake (recaptación) of serotonin and epinephrine in the neuron