Posted by HSP Woman on February 16, 2008, at 12:35:54
In reply to Re: Emsam, Allergy Shots, Albuterol, Xopenex » HSP Woman, posted by Phillipa on February 16, 2008, at 11:37:51
Phillipa,
Thanks so much. Actually I was asking for data only. I thought someone out here must have done some extensive research already about allergies, asthma, and MAOis,
I always want to know the Why behind things.
I was surprised my MD -- a certified specialist in Allergy and Immunology -- wasn't aware of a medication class that is supposedly contraindicated in a procedure he conducts regularly.
MAOi's and beta-blockers are just written to be avoided while doing immunotherapy. He was more sure of the Why behind beta-blockers but -- what really threw me -- is when he said most MDs WILL do allergy shots if a beta blocker is on board.
Unfortunately, I do not have a pdoc.
I was prescribed Emsam from a family doctor. I am in the process of trying to find one though. Not so easy. LONG waits. I do have an appointment, but not until May!
Finally, my allergy MD did say he'd ask some of the other (older) doctors as to why MAOi's and immunotherapy are contraindicated.
My allergy MD cannot be more than 25 years old. Maybe 30.
I have done the Google checker and I still cannot find any data (primary or secondary) as to the Why.
Of course, waiting to start the shots is what I will do.
Thank you for your response!
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