Posted by LLL on August 9, 2002, at 9:25:49
In reply to Parnate and anxiety / agitation, posted by vince on August 8, 2002, at 23:21:28
I've read here that Parnate is a great drug for depression with anxiety - on the other hand I've read here that Parnate causes agitation. What's the difference?
I have very bad anxiety, I can't take benzo's because of the depression - so would Parnate be a good choice? Should I be afraid of the agitation side effect?
Vince
The ONLY drugs that ever made a difference for my panic disorder and agoraphobia (the monster disorders of anxiety) were Nardil and Parnate. I felt "normal" for the first time in my life. Anticipatory anxiety was greatly decreased, phobic avoidance greatly decreased, no panic. However, I also use CBT and highly recommend it as well.
Re:agitation - I'm not sure what that means either. If it means feeling "bitchy" well, that's my middle name! However, that's not what has destroyed my life nor will it - it's the anxiety and avoidance that has!
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