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Phenelzine is used as an:

A
analgesic
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antiseptic
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C
antipyretic
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D
antidepressant
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Solution

The correct option is D antidepressant
Phenelzine is a drug which belongs to a class of antidepressants called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), used to treat depression.

This medication treats depression by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Phenelzine can improve your mood and feelings of well-being.

Hence, option D is correct.

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