Posted by SLS on November 1, 2005, at 18:26:48
In reply to Should I give Nardil more time??, posted by bigcat on November 1, 2005, at 17:42:51
Hi.
> This happens to me every time I try Nardil. I initially feel GREAT (virtually immediately) for a few days at 60mg's, then start slipping, and no dose increase will help (up to 105 mgs).
Welcome to the club.
> In the past, I've always come off it when this apparent "poop-out" happens, but now, as much as it hurts and seems foolish, I'm wondering if I should stay on it for another month, even as it's doing nothing now, to see if it will eventually kick back in slower and less pronounced, but more consistantly.
I assume you've already tried a bunch of other drugs. How much could it hurt to give it some more time? In my experience, giving Nardil more time has not helped, but you never know. Everyone is different. If I were in your position, I would begin augmenting Nardil with things like lithium or Lamictal now. Other acceptable choices would be desipramine, stimulants, Provigil, and Wellbutrin. A conservative approach would be to allow 3 weeks for any one dosage adjustment to work.
What other drugs have you been partially responsive to?
> or should I deny logic and reason and stay on it?
There is plenty of logic and reason to stay on it. The only thing there isn't is a guarantee.
- Scott
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