Posted by Michael on April 13, 2000, at 20:40:11
In reply to Re: Parnate Update, posted by Cynthia on April 12, 2000, at 7:29:52
> > I've Been on Parnate for about 2 months. Without a doubt, there has been a very positive response. Some strange things have happened (I must mention that I take lithium 900 mg, and started at 600 mg around 3 1/2 years ago). What I have noticed are: Increased thirst (never before with the lithium) and therefore increased urination. Early evening becomming very sleepy, and therefore having no trouble with sleep, whatsoever. Here is the strang one: Very intense cold intolerance (Columbia, SC). I wonder if this one is related to thyroid, so I had my doc run a tsh, which came back "normal", which we all know my not mean anything at all. These are in my opinion small side effects which by far outweigh the depression. I have a better outlook on life, more energy etc... It's the cold intolerence thing that is really strange, what do my fellow babblers in their fountain of knowledge think? happy new year blessings,
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> My daughter has been on Parnate for 5 months. It did relieve an awful, 2 year depression, but she has symptoms that I have never observed before. Paranoia, compulsions, delusions, disturbed sleep, loss of hair, and many physical complaints. This has even led to a hospitalization. Two doctors told me it was not the Parnate, but, like I said, this is just not my daughter. Has anyone experienced these symptoms?
> Thanks, CynthiaIn response to Cynthia:
I have been on Parnate on and off (mostly on) for 12 years. I have also had the cold intolerance since day one. The doctor said it wasn't the Parnate, but too many others have experienced it. Anyway, as you said, it's a small price to pay since most of the side effects are relatively minor. Just be glad you are in SC instead of Maryland.
Michael
PS The cold intolerance is somewhat of an advantage in the summertime.
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