Question 1

can someone tell me how safe is the nardil (phenelzine) medication?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but ...: If you take nardil, (phenelzine) you need to avoid certain foods and certain medications. In some people, it can lower blood pressure. Otherwise, it is pretty safe.
Of course, read the package insert for the "legal answer".

Question 2

list of all medications that can help with nardil (phenelzine) anorgasmia

Accepted Answer

Very short list: Being an MAO inhibitor, Nardil can cause many interactions with  medicines that would be safe to try otherwise.  Wellbutrin (bupropion) is commonly used to overcome ssri-induced anorgasmia, but isn't safe to use with nardil.   Might you & your doctor consider reducing your Nardil dose to see if this helps, but doesn't cause your other symptoms to return?  I hope my colleagues will have additional ideas . .

Question 3

can you please tell me how safe is the nardil, (phenelzine) mellaril, and norpramin medication?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat depends: All three have been used for more than 40 years.  Nardil needs to be taken in context of care diet modification, but it works quite well.  Mellaril is an antipsychotic used for years and years, until eli lilly got scared of Geodon (ziprasidone) and forced the fda to study other antipsychotics for qtc changes.  Again, quite safe.  Norpramin is despiramine, one of the first antidepressants; again, used for years.

Question 4

the psychiatrist put me on nardil (phenelzine) (i went off celexa 5 weeks ago). is this drug more effective?

Accepted Answer

Maybe.: Every individual is different.  One medication may be more effective for one person, but not another.  Celexa and Nardil (phenelzine) are in different classes.  The former is an SSRI and the latter an MAOI.  The former has tranquilizer properties and the latter does not.

Question 5

is nardil (phenelzine) a good drug for social anxiety or for depression?

Accepted Answer

Nardil (phenelzine) is an: Antidepressant of the class called maoi inhibitors and is effective for depression and anxiety.  There are special considerations in using this class of antidepressants and some special risks. Talk to your doctor about these and make sure you understand.

Question 6

how long does nardil take to work ?

Accepted Answer

Different phases: Usually sleep appetite and level of energy improves within 1 to 2 weeks. The depressed mood and interest in life takes 6 to 8 weeks at the most. So be patient because the sun will rise in your life, I promise. And you definitely deserve the best. If this doesn’t work then there’s something that will.

Question 7

what are effects of nardil (phenelzine)?

Accepted Answer

Antidepressant: Nardil (phenelzine) aka Phenelzine is an antidepressant called MAO inhibitors which increase norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin. Requires careful monitoring and has dietary restrictions. Eating cheese, yogurt, dry sausage, liver, sauerkraut, chocolate, caffeine  or drinking alcohol or non-alcoholic beer or wine may cause a hypertensive crisis. Many medications should also be avoided. Talk to your doctor.

Question 8

does nardil make you slowly feel better and better ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: That is one common way to experience the positive effect pf an antidepressant

Question 9

how can i help nardil (phenelzine) withdrawal ?

Accepted Answer

Yep, help available: Every medication contains chemicals that can cause adverse reactions in our body. Some side effects are physical--nausea or blurred vision, while others can adversely affect our mood and emotions.

MAOI’s affect numerous bodily functions, stopping Nardil (phenelzine) incorrectly can adversely affect many areas simultaneously. Gradual dose reduction ( tapering), reduces withdrawal. Do not use SSRI for 2 wks +.

Question 10

can you take nardil (phenelzine) if you also take  ritalin?

Accepted Answer

No, but ...: Generally speaking, this is an important contraindication. The combination can suddenly increase your blood pressure. On the other hand, some skilled doctors are using the combination for treatment resistant depression, for injectable headaches etc. Ask your doctor if he has any experience with this first.

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