Question 1

what drugs are considered maoi's?

Accepted Answer

See below: Common mono amine oxidase inhibitors are parnate, (tranylcypromine) Marplan and nardil.  There are many others available in other countries, and they are now used as generics.  You can check for a list of them on a reputable web site.
Maoi's are generally used to treat depression and some anxiety disorders.

Question 2

could nortriptyline be ruining my life?

Accepted Answer

Nortriptylene: Generally a doctor would prescribe an antidepressant like nortriptylene to help someone's life, not ruin it. Depression itself can ruin a life!  but this medicine can also bring side effects like rapid heart rate, dry mouth, constipation, and sexual problems. If you're having symptoms you think may be related to this medicine, it's time to discuss it with your doctor.  Other options are available.

Question 3

in regards to medicine, what is an maoi?

Accepted Answer

Antidepressant: Monoamine oxidase inhibitors.  these medications prevent the break down of monoamine neurotransmitters.  They are typically use for depression.

Question 4

what  medications are considered an maoi?

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See below: The following drugs are listed as maoi's: Emsam (selegiline); Marplan (isocarboxazid); Nardil (phenelzine); Parnate (tranylcypromine). The herbal supplement st john's wort is thought to be a mild maoi. Many drug interactions with these older psych meds; check with doc b4 mixing with anything else.

Question 5

please describe the medication: nortriptyline?

Accepted Answer

Older antidepressant: Classified as a tricyclic antidepressant, and considered of modest benefit these days due to significant anti-cholinergic side effects (drowsiness, dizziness, dryness of mouth, blurring, and perhaps effect on bladder). Confusion may occur in older folks.  Had some value in migraine prevention at one point.  Used rarely these days as better meds are available.

Question 6

what would you consider a too high of a dose of nortriptyline?

Accepted Answer

Side effects persist: Established blood level measuring and therapeutic ranges are available to guide dosing and provide feedback if doses threaten safety for example cardiac.  
Most abandon meds that provide significant side effects.  They can be unpleasant but can cause various medical problems in their own right..Weight gain, dry eyes/mouth, urinary hesitancy, sedation, memory problems.  All are reversible.

Question 7

is lorazepam (ativan) an maoi?

Accepted Answer

: No, lorazepam is a benzodiazepine, feel free to clarify with your prescriber or pharmacist at your dispensing pharmacy.

Question 8

is pamelor (nortriptyline) effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for some.: It is generally thought that  antidepressants are equally effective in treating depression. Pamelor or nortriptyline, is a tricyclic antidepressants thought to have a "therapeutic window". This refers to a range of blood levels below and above which the medication is not thought as effective. However,  the studies were done in inpatient settings and may not relate to   outpatient settings.

Question 9

what is reboxetine: an ssri or a maoi?

Accepted Answer

Neither: Reboxetine is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.

Question 10

what is pamelor (nortriptyline) used for?

Accepted Answer

Pamelor (nortriptyline): Is an old tricyclic antidepressant used for depression, sleep, headache prophylaxis and some neurological ailments with pain.

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