Posted by Cindy W on June 1, 2000, at 10:19:30
In reply to Re: PLEASE READ THIS!!!!!!!!!!, posted by Noa on June 1, 2000, at 8:22:35
> In fact, it is common practice to combine certain ADs for greater effect with fewer side effects. That being said, certain combos are probably unsafe. It is generally thought that MAOIs should not be combined with other ADs. However, I have even seen discussions here on this board about pdocs who have done this safely.
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> So, I agree, a blanket statement like that is innappropriate.z, the above posters are right (sometimes it's even OK and appropriate to combine two antidepressants) and making blanket statement is unwise. Talk to your pdoc. I take both Effexor-XR and Serzone. From what I've read, combining certain AD's and MAOI's is not wise, however.--Cindy W
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