Name: Tyramine
Class: CNS-Active Sympathomimetic Agent (Indirect)
Mechanism: Releases NE from storage vesicles.
Absorption:
Dist.:
Metabolism.: Metabolism. by MAO
Excretion, t½:
Toxicity/S.E.s: MAO inhibitors ® hypertensive crisis
Utility:
Special Features: Normal byproduct of tyrosine Metabolism. Found in fermented foods (e.g., cheese, wine).