Re: Trileptal + MAOI...safe? » JonW

Posted by Ritch on August 26, 2002, at 23:23:15

In reply to Trileptal + MAOI...safe?, posted by JonW on August 26, 2002, at 17:41:45

> Hi,
>
> I know there are concerns about Tegretol and MAOIs and this combo should be avoided. Does this also apply to Trileptal?
>
> Thanks,
> Jon
Jon,
Tegretol is contraindicatd with MAOI use because of similarity between Teg. and tricyclic antidepressants. Trileptal doesn't have that contraindication. Also, Trileptal is primarily eliminated via the kidneys as opposed to the liver, so it shouldn't be a problem.
Mitch

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Trileptal + MAOI...safe? JonW 8/26/02
Re: Trileptal + MAOI...safe? » JonW Ritch 8/26/02
Thanks Mitch! (nm) JonW 8/27/02

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