In the Medical Word Depolarization, the Combining Form Polar/o- Means

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In the medical word depolarization, the combining form polar/o- means positive or negative charge.

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Definitions:

Phenelzine

A medication used primarily as an antidepressant, categorized under monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), that helps to elevate mood by altering certain chemical balances in the brain.

Carbamazepine

A medication primarily used in the treatment of epilepsy and neuropathic pain but also for bipolar disorder.

Trazodone

A medication primarily used to treat depression and sometimes used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions.

Hypertensive Crisis

A severe and dangerous increase in blood pressure that can lead to stroke, heart attack, or other critical conditions if not treated promptly.