Posted by Erewhonian on October 21, 2012, at 1:25:52
In reply to Nardil only working half the time. Appt tommorow., posted by enndub on October 11, 2012, at 11:26:50
Hmm... The way you're describing this (the ups and downs, only working part of the time) sounds like it might be low blood pressure. Somewhat common side effect with Nardil. I experienced the same thing until I lowered down to 45mg. The fatigue from low blood pressure can do more than just make you tired, it can also give you a feeling rather similar to being mildly depressed.
Have you measured your BP when you feel down and tired? I start to feel like that when I dip below 110/65. If this is indeed the problem, then reduce your dosage and/or drink more fluids to increase blood volume and add salt to your diet.
There aren't any drugs out there to increase your BP that won't interact with the Nardil, but it wouldn't surprise me if they'd be safe if taken at a very low dose. (Except your pdoc would probably never be willing to try something like that.)
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