Posted by MelD on December 20, 2003, at 9:53:12
In reply to MAOI users--experiences please, posted by Ilene on December 19, 2003, at 17:43:52
Same story here - years on Ssris with little or no relief. Now on Parnate for almost a year and depression free for the first time in my life! I agree the diet is no big deal. So far all ive found that is absolutely forbidden is very aged cheese, such as old cheddar, blue cheese, that has the mold right in it, sauerkraut, fava beans and tap beer. All else to eat and drink has been no problem to me. Ive had other cheesses, pizza with pepperoni, salami, sausage, beer, wine of all kinds, liquor, chinese food. But do ask if you have questions about a specific food. You must also avoid decongestants and certain prescription pain meds and a few herbal things. Of course, everyone seems to have their own tolerance level to some degree, so a little careful experimentation will be called for when starting out.
A terrific link for your questions is a group where all of us take Maois and at least one person always can answer your question about side effects, dosages, the diet, whatever:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/maois/
As you can tell, im a big fan of Maois. Best of luck to you. Melodie
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