Return to course: Phenelzine (Nardil) Medication

Phenelzine (Nardil) Medication

Lessons

Phenelzine Brand Name & Introduction

Phenelzine Indications

Phenelzine Dosage & Adminstration

Phenelzine Pharmacological Effects

Phenelzine Pharmacokinetics & Warning

Phenelzine Drug Interactions

Phenelzine Common Side Effects

Phenelzine Contraindication & Augmentation For Partial Response

Phenelzine Recommended Lab Test & Overdose

Phenelzine Tapering/Withdrawal

Phenelzine Special Populations

Phenelzine Important Pearls

Phenelzine Quiz

“This quiz will evaluate your knowledge about Phenelzine medication.”

Q1. Phenelzine is classified as which type of antidepressant?

A) MAOI

B) SSRI

C) SNRI

D) TCA

Q2. Which of the following foods must be avoided by patients taking Phenelzine to prevent hypertensive crisis?

A) Aged cheese

B) Fresh fruits

C) White bread

D) Chicken

Q3. What is the recommended starting dose of Phenelzine for treating depression?

A) 15 mg twice daily

B) 30 mg once daily

C) 45 mg/day in 3 divided doses

D) 60 mg twice daily

Q4. Which side effect is commonly reported with Phenelzine use?

A) Orthostatic hypotension

B) Weight gain

C) Insomnia

D) Sexual dysfunction

Q5. Phenelzine should be used with caution in patients with which of the following conditions?

A) Hyperthyroidism

B) Renal impairment

C) Cardiac arrhythmias

D) All of the above

Q6. Which enzyme is primarily involved in the metabolism of Phenelzine?

A) Non-CYP based pathways

B) CYP3A4

C) CYP2D6

D) CYP1A2

Q7.What is the black box warning associated with Phenelzine?

A) Increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children, adolescents, and young adults

B) Hepatotoxicity

C) QT prolongation

D) Serotonin syndrome

Q8.Which drug interaction is particularly concerning with Phenelzine due to the risk of serotonin syndrome?

A) SSRIs

B) Beta-blockers

C) Antihistamines

D) Antipsychotics

Q 9. Which of the following conditions is Phenelzine FDA-approved to treat?

A) Atypical, non-endogenous, and neurotic depression

B) ADHD

C) Panic disorder

D) Generalized anxiety disorder

Q10. What should be monitored regularly during Phenelzine therapy?

A) Blood pressure

B) Liver function tests (LFTs)

C) Renal function

D) Complete blood count (CBC)

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