Posted by KaraS on December 8, 2004, at 21:56:13
In reply to Re: Nardil or Parnate decision, posted by King Vultan on December 8, 2004, at 0:37:44
> Well, I've tried both of them, and I think they're both good drugs, but Nardil does have more side effects for most people. However, in your case, there is some chance you might find the Parnate excessively sedating due to your dopamine autoreceptor issue, but keep in mind that Parnate is not as stimulating as the amphetamines, Ritalin, or selegiline. Therefore, it might not be as sedating for you and might be tolerable, depending on exactly how much of a problem you've had tolerating stimulating meds.
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> I think it's unlikely you would have the same kind of problem with Nardil, and this is also a very good drug for anxiety. I have panic attack like symptoms associated with my social phobia, and Nardil dealt with them pretty effectively. Nardil is a more conservative drug, and it is also safer than Parnate as far as the food interactions. I think your doctor may be making a prudent recommendation, but you also need to be comfortable with whatever choice is made.
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> Todd
It sounds like you're saying that I won't make a mistake with either choice. I think at this point that I might be comfortable with both choices. Did you find any improvement in motivation from Nardil? I know it won't be as much as with Parnate but if there isn't any at all, then it might just be a short-term solution for me.It must be so nice to find that you're now able to socialize and do things out in the world that you didn't feel comfortable doing before. I'm so glad you've had such a good response to Parnate, Todd.
Thanks,
Kara
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