The Unexpected Link: How Tuberculosis Research Led to Antidepressants #dailyfactorz #facts #2034

his video explores the fascinating story of how research into tuberculosis, a deadly infectious disease, led to the development of the first antidepressants. Discover the serendipitous discovery of iproniazid, a drug initially intended to treat TB, and its unexpected effects on mood and mental health. Learn about the role of iproniazid in the development of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), a class of antidepressants still used today. Keywords: Antidepressants Tuberculosis Iproniazid Monoamine oxidase inhibitors Mental health Serotonin Norepinephrine Hashtags: #Antidepressants #Tuberculosis #MentalHealth #MedicalHistory #Science #Serotonin #Norepinephrine #MAOi #Iproniazid