A patient taking which of the following medications should avoid foods high in tyramine?
1. MAOIs
2. SSRIs
3. Beta blockers
4. Benzodiazepines
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: MAOIs and foods high in tyramine can produce a hypertensive crisis, and therefore should not be taken together.
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