Posted by tensor on February 11, 2012, at 13:10:34
In reply to Re: ECT next?, posted by ed_uk2010 on February 11, 2012, at 13:01:42
> > If Zyprexa doesn't work for me, is it ECT next? I don't think there are any other options left. With all the stigma aside, how safe is it, how effective is it? Have you tried it? What is it like?
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> > /t
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> Hi Mattias,
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> I don't think ECT is next. Since your depression is chronic rather than being an acute crisis, ECT does not seem the best option. One of the main problems with ECT is the risk of relapse.
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> If Zyprexa doesn't work, how about an MAOI? I can't remember whether traditional MAOIs are available in your country. If not, the pharmacy would have to obtain from another European country eg. the UK, where all three MAOIs are sold: phenelzine (Nardil), isocarboxazid and tranylcypromine (Parnate).Hi Ed!
You read my mind :) I've been thinking of MAOIs, and yes it would probably be no problem getting them here. Although I don't want to get ahead of myself and give Zyprexa an adequate trial, it's good to have a backup plan. Which one is preferred for my condition? Nardil?
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