Tranylcypromine

**Definition:** A propylamine formed from the cyclization of the side chain of amphetamine. This monoamine oxidase inhibitor is effective in the treatment of major depression, dysthymic disorder, and atypical depression. It also is useful in panic and phobic disorders. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p311)

**Tree numbers:** - D02.092.831.845

**Synonyms:** - trans-2-Phenylcyclopropylamine