Which of the following classes of antidepressants is most likely to raise blood pressure when a person eats tyramine-rich foods such as cheese?

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MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) are known to interact with tyramine-rich foods such as aged cheese, fermented foods, and wine, leading to an increase in blood pressure. This is because MAOIs inhibit the breakdown of tyramine, causing it to build up and trigger a release of norepinephrine, which can lead to a hypertensive crisis. Therefore, patients taking MAOIs are advised to avoid such foods. Other classes of antidepressants do not typically have this interaction.

Which of the Following Classes of Antidepressants Is Most Likely