The patient was given tricyclic antidepressants ( TCA ) and a mono amino oxidase inhibitor ( MAOI ) for her disease condition. She was taken to the Emergency Room a week later due to severe headache, nausea, vomiting and diplopia. Ophthalmoscope revealed papilledema. What is the most plausible reason for her new symptoms?

The patient was given tricyclic antidepressants ( TCA ) and a mono amino oxidase inhibitor ( MAOI ) for her disease condition. She was taken to the Emergency Room a week later due to severe headache, nausea, vomiting and diplopia. Ophthalmoscope revealed papilledema.

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