Posted by laurenjb on September 22, 2005, at 18:19:32
In reply to Re: how to get a Dr to rx MAOIs » SFY, posted by shasling on September 22, 2005, at 17:40:07
Shasling: Best of luck finding a pdoc to prescribe. After having tried 30 or so meds AND ect (which was AWFUL for me but has worked wonders for some), my doctor actually suggested Parnate. I was the one who was somewhat resistant to trying it, but after researching it, here especially, I realized there is a much better understanding by some MDs re: the food issues and that the benefits far outweighed the sacrifices. I am doing ok on 60mg Parnate right now but desperately need something to augment it and will be seeing a top psychopharmacologist on Oct. 7. When I hear stories like yours about having so much difficulty participating in your own treatment, I feel very fortunate to have the doctor I have. For those who live in Orange County, California or somewhere accessible, send me an e-mail and I'll refer you. One last thought, when you go to the doctor, it helps to go in armed to the hilt with medical information (unfortunately, psycho-babble posts tend not to be persuasive!) about your choice. I truly, truly hope you get what you need and that it works! Take care, Lauren
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