FDA label
What is tranylcypromine used for?
The FDA-approved uses of tranylcypromine, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Tranylcypromine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adult patients who have not responded adequately to other antidepressants. Tranylcypromine tablets are not indicated for the initial treatment of MDD due to the potential for serious adverse reactions and drug interactions, and the need for dietary restrictions.”
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Tranylcypromine, tablet
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Solco Healthcare US, LLC (ANDA213503). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Tranylcypromine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adult patients who have not responded adequately to other antidepressants. Tranylcypromine tablets are not indicated for the initial treatment of MDD due to the potential for serious adverse reactions and drug interactions, and the need for dietary restrictions.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 3c14a558-2df4-4d93-97dd-640dec6ee785, version 3, effective December 20, 2024. NDC 43547-655, one of 3 listings for this product.
Tranylcypromine Sulfate, tablet, film coated
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Strides Pharma Science Limited (ANDA040640). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Tranylcypromine Sulfate is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adult patients who have not responded adequately to other antidepressants. Tranylcypromine Sulfate is not indicated for the initial treatment of MDD due to the potential for serious adverse reactions and drug interactions, and the need for dietary restrictions.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 7974d4ad-c419-4c7f-bbd6-f631d53e30de, version 3, effective May 26, 2023. NDC 64380-176, one of 1 listing for this product.
Questions
What is tranylcypromine used for?
The FDA label says: “Tranylcypromine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adult patients who have not responded adequately to other antidepressants. Tranylcypromine tablets are not indicated for the initial treatment of MDD due to the potential for serious adverse reactions and drug interactions, and the need for dietary restrictions.”
What drug class is tranylcypromine?
FDA lists tranylcypromine in the Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.