Posted by JadeKelly on October 29, 2008, at 17:50:46
In reply to Considering an MAOI, posted by David G on May 1, 2008, at 13:52:36
> >>>> I placed this under Medication but I think it really goes here.<<<
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> Been on Welburtrin (4 years) and Lamictol (1 year) but feel the need to try a different path. I have aspergers with bipolar and the meds keep me from getting depressed. But then again I don't feel much of anything now and I'm tired of it. I also have Chronic Fatigue (poz for EB virus) - I don't get pain but I do get malaise both mentally and physically.This is my first post so I hope you get it. Not very timely! My son is bipolar and has COPD, and I am on an MAOI and get frequent sinusitis, so thought maybe I could help a little. I'm sorry for your struggles, been there!
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> My doc and I have discussed MAOI's as an alternative. I need to keep my energy up (if normal is a 10 and coma is 0, I'm about 6-7 on a good day). I've reviewed the standard lit out there about drug and food interactions and the generalized side effects. I have a few questions though:
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> 1) Has anyone tried a patch and if so, what did you think?Tried the patch. I felt it in days (1/2 patch) then nothing. Got up to 9 patch and figured if I had to watch food anyway why not Parnate? Again, worked within days but had hypertensive issue. Started again and its a great AD if you can get through the initial side effects. Have to watch food but the trade was a no-brainer for me.
> 2) What kind of antihistamine do you take if you have a cold/flu? Any problems with anti-biotics? Yes, I have to take them (allergies, asthma, and COPD)
Most antibiotics are fine from what I here, BUT CHECK TO BE SURE! I have taken all strengths/types Augmentin with Parnate for sinusitis. Its fine. You better check on those antihistimines. I've heard some o.k., some not. From my experiences with my son (Bipolar AND COPD)I'd suggest you really think carefully about what meds you may need in future that could cause problems with MAOI. With a 2 week washout, you could be in deep *stuff* if you develop a pneumonia, manic state, etc. I'd talk carefully with your pulmonologist and Pdoc and make sure you have a plan, just in case, while on MAOI.
> 3) I've seen mention of intestinal problems but is that really from the drug or is that from (unknowingly) eating things from the Do Not Eat list? I've also seen contradictions regarding if fish can be eaten or not.Havent heard of any stomach problems with MAOI's, just hypertensive crisis. Be careful, NOT FUN!
> 4) If you have tried different MAOI's, which ones did you like or not? Why?
Just patch and Parnate. Chose Parnate as its stimulating and usually no weight gain (I'm vane).
Patch maybe good option for you if you respond to 6mg. Although still med issues.> 5) I've seen reference to MAOI's increasing respiration infections like bronchitus and sinusitus? Anyone have input on that?
I get frequent sinusitis, didnt notice a difference. But if you have COPD, could be a deal breaker. But what do I know, just be vigilant in your research and discussions with your docs re: all possible outcomes mixing MAOI's with meds you may require later.
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> Thanks!Good Luck to You!!! Jade
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