Marplan (Noun)
Meaning
A monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Marplan) that is used to treat clinical depression.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Marplan was prescribed to her to help manage her severe depression, but it came with many dietary restrictions.
- The patient was advised to avoid certain foods while taking Marplan, as it could increase the risk of a hypertensive crisis.
- Her doctor decided to try Marplan as a last resort, after other antidepressants had failed to provide relief.
- Marplan was one of the first monoamine oxidase inhibitors to be approved by the FDA for the treatment of depression.
- The therapist worked closely with her client's psychiatrist to monitor her progress while on Marplan and adjust her dosage as needed.