Posted by gardenergirl on January 30, 2004, at 20:24:08
In reply to Re: MAOI diet during drug washout » gardenergirl, posted by Ilene on January 30, 2004, at 18:58:00
Vicoprofen is like Vicodin but it contains ibuprofen instead of acetominophin. According to a software program I have that can check drug interactions, Nardil and Vicoprofen are not a complete no-no. Caution is advised as combo may increase risk of hypotension, CNS depression. My dentist checked and felt that this would be okay for me. I didn't have to take them for more then a few days.
I also bought an automatic BP cuff. I'm glad your pdoc is on the ball with the MAOI. I have to admit, my scrip is from my primary care physician. I requested the Nardil and had done a lot of research beforehand. I actually knew (probably still do) more than he does about it, and I feel pretty confident about my judgement in this. But it's really unusual for a GP to prescribe an MAOI. Many pdocs won't even touch them.
It is SO nice not to get headaches or migraines anymore! Perhaps it was anxiety. I am finding, through psychotherapy, that I did and do have more anxiety than I was aware of. In addition, Nardil gave me an immediate boost of confidence, which also helped me realize I was anxious.
I ran Ultracet and Nardil and no interactions were found. So you should be okay with that.
I feel for you about the cheese and asian food. It is really difficult in restaurants, trying to order. Some places are more accomodating than others in going over ingredients. I am thinking I might print out a card with a list of the no-no's on it. Then I can just hand it to the server to give to the chef and ask what they recommend or ask them to check on a specific dish or two. Visiting friends or family is tough too. I feel really high maintenance. And there is always the question of why you have this diet. Sometimes it is easier, particulary in restaurants, to describe it more as an allergy.
Take care,
gg
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