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Posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 12:19:24
Is anyone on Nardil who lives in the UK?
I'm running out of options for my social anxiety and am getting soooooo frustrated!
Any help apreciated
Posted by ed_uk on March 21, 2005, at 14:06:42
In reply to Anyone on Nardil in the UK?, posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 12:19:24
Hi!
No, but some people are because I've dispensed it from the pharmacy! I've never come across a single patient on Parnate though.
Ed.
Posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 14:46:20
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK? » The_Resistance, posted by ed_uk on March 21, 2005, at 14:06:42
> Hi!
>
> No, but some people are because I've dispensed it from the pharmacy! I've never come across a single patient on Parnate though.
>
> Ed.Hey Ed, thanks for replying
Parnate is doubly bad being both an MAOI and a Stimulent! (Gasp)
Although I think cases of Parnate addiction are incredibly rare.Unfortunatly I haven't had much feedback on going abroad for treatment.
Although I know people have done it, so it can be done,
Jah L was a particular example
Posted by ed_uk on March 21, 2005, at 15:09:40
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK?, posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 14:46:20
Hi!
Hopefully, the increased dose of venlafaxine will start to help in a few weeks :-) How are you feeling atm?
Ed.
Posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 15:42:32
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK? » The_Resistance, posted by ed_uk on March 21, 2005, at 15:09:40
> Hopefully, the increased dose of venlafaxine will start to help in a few weeks :-) How are you feeling atm?
>
I'm feeling OK actually
I took 30mgs of Remeron last night and I feel quite energised today, I even went swimming after work.
I've heard that Effexor is supposed to work well with Remeron, they synergise or something.The problem is the social anxiety, this is my toughthest problem I think
Effexor and Remeron haven't helped my social anxiety and I don't think Effexor will.
Its a tough one (sigh)How are you Ed?
Posted by ed_uk on March 21, 2005, at 16:10:07
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK?, posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 15:42:32
Hi!
>I'm feeling OK actually.
:-)
>I took 30mgs of Remeron last night.
Ahh, are you taking the Zispin SolTabs? Is it true that they taste nice? Btw, how long have you been on Remeron?
>The problem is the social anxiety, this is my toughthest problem I think.
I don't think you'll need to go abroad to get a prescription for Nardil, you just need to find another pdoc. (Not easy, I know) I do think you'll be successful in finding one though, but you'll have to be persisitent.
Which activities cause you the most social anxiety? How do you cope at work?
>How are you Ed?
I'm ok thanks, I'm on holiday for three whole weeks now! After we go back it's only a few weeks before the exams start :-(
Ed.
Posted by tensor on March 21, 2005, at 16:41:25
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK?, posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 15:42:32
> I've heard that Effexor is supposed to work well with Remeron, they synergise or something.
I think they call that combo "California rocket fuel". So i guess it works pretty well for someone :-)
Posted by Ted_Brossnan on March 21, 2005, at 17:10:19
In reply to Anyone on Nardil in the UK?, posted by The_Resistance on March 21, 2005, at 12:19:24
Just keep looking for a doctor. I talked to two psychiatrists and wrote to TEN psychiatrists before I found 2 willing in principle to rx maoi. I choose one and on the first appointment agreed and sent the application.
So just keep trying and don't give up.
To Ed: Ted is short for Teodor (Theodor). And that is my first name!
Posted by ed_uk on March 21, 2005, at 17:26:44
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK? » The_Resistance, posted by Ted_Brossnan on March 21, 2005, at 17:10:19
Hi Teodor!
>Ted is short for Teodor (Theodor).
Here, Ted is occasionally short for Edward, which is my name. I thought we might have the same name! Is there a Norwegian version of Edward?
Ed.
Posted by Ted_Brossnan on March 21, 2005, at 17:41:47
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK? » Ted_Brossnan, posted by ed_uk on March 21, 2005, at 17:26:44
Edvard. But it's not so common these days. Like the Edvard Grieg the composer.
Take care!
Posted by tensor on March 21, 2005, at 17:52:29
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK? » ed_uk, posted by Ted_Brossnan on March 21, 2005, at 17:41:47
Posted by The_Resistance on March 22, 2005, at 10:42:12
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK? » The_Resistance, posted by Ted_Brossnan on March 21, 2005, at 17:10:19
> Just keep looking for a doctor. I talked to two psychiatrists and wrote to TEN psychiatrists before I found 2 willing in principle to rx maoi. I choose one and on the first appointment agreed and sent the application.
>
Thanks Theodor!Do you live in the UK?
Posted by Ted_Brossnan on March 22, 2005, at 10:50:37
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK?, posted by The_Resistance on March 22, 2005, at 10:42:12
No. I live in Norway. I am sure you will find someone who understands eventually. Good luck!
Posted by jclint on March 22, 2005, at 12:37:38
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK? » The_Resistance, posted by Ted_Brossnan on March 22, 2005, at 10:50:37
I was on nardil. I'm lucky as both psychs ive seen were willing to RX it. :)
I'm trying moclobemide at the moment by the way.
Posted by ed_uk on March 22, 2005, at 12:51:02
In reply to Re: Anyone on Nardil in the UK?, posted by jclint on March 22, 2005, at 12:37:38
Hi Jclint!!!!!
I'm glad to see you again :-) How is the therapy going?
How long have you been on moclobemide? What dose are you on? Do you think it's helping? Side effects?
Ed.
Posted by The_Resistance on March 22, 2005, at 14:10:26
In reply to Re: Manerix » jclint, posted by ed_uk on March 22, 2005, at 12:51:02
I tried Moclobemide, but it didn't help
Didn't have any side effects though.I think it works well for some people.
I hope I do find someone in the UK who will prescribe Nardil at a decent dose.
Does any one know if Dave Bell lives in the UK, I know he takes Nardil.
I think my perfect combo would be Nardil and Dexedrine, because I also have ADD inattentive
Posted by ed_uk on March 22, 2005, at 14:35:31
In reply to Re: Manerix, posted by The_Resistance on March 22, 2005, at 14:10:26
Hi!
>I also have ADD inattentive
Did your pdoc diagnose this or did you diagnose yourself? Some pdocs don't even seem to be willing to discuss ADD w/ adults.
Ed.
Posted by The_Resistance on March 22, 2005, at 16:29:46
In reply to Re: Manerix » The_Resistance, posted by ed_uk on March 22, 2005, at 14:35:31
> Hi!
>
> >I also have ADD inattentive
>
> Did your pdoc diagnose this or did you diagnose yourself? Some pdocs don't even seem to be willing to discuss ADD w/ adults.
>
Hey EdSorry that was a bit of a sweeping statment
I probably have mild inattentive type ADD
I doc did diagnose me with it, the same doctor who prescribed me dexedrine
My slimy NHS Pdoc said I probably didn't have ADD "because I could read novels"
Posted by ed_uk on March 22, 2005, at 16:39:43
In reply to Re: Manerix, posted by The_Resistance on March 22, 2005, at 16:29:46
Hi!
>I probably have mild inattentive type ADD
Me too, I can't read novels though!
Ed.
Posted by jclint on March 22, 2005, at 17:23:57
In reply to Re: Manerix » jclint, posted by ed_uk on March 22, 2005, at 12:51:02
Hi Ed :)
I'm on 600mg of Moclobemide. Ive been on this dose for about 10 days... no side effects really, apart from some possible stimulant effect which is not negative really. Some insomnia which I think is wearing off now. I don't like to research too much any more as the largely negative studies & anecdotes get me down, and when I'm depressed that sort of stuff just sends me to the bottom. So I'm just going off the hope that it works well for some; trying to be as normal as possible. I'm not expecting overnight changes but I'm going to give it time, because if it helps its one I would be glad to take long term. If there's no joy, I might head back onto the nardil, I'm not sure how much its worth trying out the milder drugs if none offer any relief.
Posted by ed_uk on March 22, 2005, at 17:49:24
In reply to Re: Manerix » ed_uk, posted by jclint on March 22, 2005, at 17:23:57
Hi JCLint :-)
>Ive been on this dose for about 10 days.
>I'm going to give it time.According to the manufacturer, you're supposed to wait 2-3 months before you can assess the beneficial effects!! It could be useful to keep a symptom diary to see how you change over the next few months.
>So I'm just going off the hope that it works well for some....
It does, I know someone that it worked well for. 900mg may be necessary for some people.
>no side effects really....
That's good. It usually seems quite tolerable, it would be great if it worked well- would be really convenient to take it long term.
>nardil...
It's reassuring to know that you can return to Nardil if you need it :-)
Post your progress!
Ed.
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