Posted by enola on December 28, 2003, at 4:27:27
In reply to Re: MAOI and colds - Tylenol, posted by Maxime on December 27, 2003, at 20:00:02
My Nardil cold/flu remedies:
It's tough for us MAOi folks because of all the drug interactions with most cold/flu medicines, so here is what I have come up with.
stuffy nose: Dristan/Affrin/whatever nasal spray is what I use. I think this stuff is okay, but to be super safe, you might want to stick with Vicks or other menthol products, and/or natural remedies like steam.
Also, don't know if they make this anymore, but a prescription decongestant called Seldane is safe for MAOi users, and works well. Ask your pdoc!
cough: chloroseptic throat spray actually helps a bit by numbing the throat! also great for sore throats. Lozenges also help.
headache/fever/body aches: advil (ibuprofen)or aspirin
echinacea or other herbal teas
zinc lozenges
lots of orange juice, soup, and crackers!
tons of sleep :)
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