Is Lexapro a moai

No, Lexapro (escitalopram) is not a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), which works by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain to help improve mood and alleviate anxiety. MAOIs are a different class of antidepressants that inhibit the monoamine oxidase enzyme, affecting the breakdown of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.