Which food(s) containing significant amounts of tyramine will be contraindicated when a patient is on MAOI therapy? (Select all that apply.)
a. Beer
b. Red meat
c. Aged cheeses
d. Green vegetables
e. Bananas
ANS: A, C, E
Beer, red wines, well-ripened cheeses (such as camembert, edam, roquefort, parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar), and overripe bananas contain tyramine. Red meat and green vegetables do not contain tyramine.
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