Which of the following drug types used to treat depression works by preventing enzymatic destruction of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine?
1. Beta-adrenergic blockers
2. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
3. Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
4. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: MAOIs limit the breakdown of norepinephrine by inhibiting the enzyme monoamine oxidase. TCAs inhibit neurotransmitter reuptake, while SSRIs slow the reuptake of serotonin. Beta blockers block beta receptors within the sympathetic nervous system.
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