Posted by Bill LL on July 26, 2005, at 9:38:52
In reply to Re: What is the worst side effect from Nardil? HELP, posted by gardenergirl on July 24, 2005, at 13:57:55
To combat the weight gain, do you think that adding a long acting stimulant such as Concerta might work? Or maybe Wellbutrin?
> For me, edema is one of the most distressing side effects. I occasionally take Lasix, a diuretic to combat it. Unfortunately, I am also prone to edema when taking anti-inflammatories, as I currently am for a foot injury. So between the two, I have had a lot of edema lately. It's a pain to have to keep elevating my feet above my heart.
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> Another distressing side effect for me is weight gain. I've gained fifty pounds since I started Nardil two years ago. For a long time I was willing to trade weight gain for relief from depression, but now I'm getting tired of being this size, plus I'm concerned for my overall health. It's time to start working off some of this weight, and if Nardil interferes with that, I may need to try to lower the dose or look for a change.
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> That said, Nardil is the only AD that has ever had a significant effect for me. And that can't be overlooked.
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> gg
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