Posted by Kim on September 2, 1999, at 23:13:58
In reply to Re: Antidepressants (Parnate) HELP, posted by Michael on September 2, 1999, at 11:11:24
Robin,
I think the dizziness will probably go away (drink plenty of liquids & try not to stand up quickly). The headache, especially with the black spots, sounds like classic migraine symptoms to me--is the headache one-sided? I would be more worried about the headache than about the dizziness (although I did once stand up very quickly and fainted, giving myself a rug burn on my nose!) Although I violate the dietary guidelines, I am very cautious about not taking any OTC medications with any kind of decongestant (Sudaphed, etc.) or dextromethoraphan (Robitussin DM) Is there a pharmacy nearby that has one of the do-it-yourself blood pressure machines? My doctor said it was okay to use them as a general indication of whether my pressure was high or low. It could be an option the next time you have a headache just to check before you feel like you have to run off to the ER. I wouldn't ignore the headaches, though, since they are "THE" symptom of MAOI problems.
poster:Kim
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