Posted by TylerJ on April 6, 2006, at 18:01:40
In reply to Re: Depression Can Be Fatal! » yxibow, posted by ed_uk on April 6, 2006, at 14:49:39
> Hi Yxi
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> >I would consider ECT over an MAOI. They're just so rife with an eating plan that defies logic.
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> MAOIs are relatively safe provided that the appropriate precautions are taken. The eating plan does not defy logic.
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> >RIMAs are slightly better on that aspect but not available in the US
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> Dietary restrictions are rarely necessary with RIMAs. Unfortunately, RIMAs do not appear to share the high efficacy of the classical MAOIs.
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> >I mean, surviving spring allergies with OTC medication or taking cough syrup or lots of things can mean death to people who really don't actually want that in the end.
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> Oral decongestants are contra-indicated with MAOIs. None of the oral decongestants are particularly effective though. Having to avoid such drugs is hardly a great loss. Steroid nasal sprays and non-sedating antihistamines do not interact with MAOIs.
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> In general, none of the OTC cough syrups are worth buying. If pneumonia is present, antibiotics with be necessary. Otherwise, the cough will go away on its own.
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> Regards
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> EdI totally agree with everything Ed said here. The eating plan does not defy logic. Most good pdocs would consider MAOI's before ECT. Lack of education continues to give maoi's a bad reputation, docs as well as patients are guilt of this.
Tyler
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