Posted by tecknohed on July 30, 2005, at 20:49:19
I suffer with Social Phobia. I recently came off Nardil so I could give Marplan (Isocarboxazid) a try.
Basically, although Nardil was still holding off the SP good enough, I was experiencing excessive sleep and lack of energy/cravings for stimulants (I have a history of stimulant addictions). My Dr refused to add anything to the Nardil.
Coming off Nardil was hard. I needed to be off the Nardil for at least 10 days before starting Marplan (Dr's orders). Unfortunitely my Phobia has returned Full Force. On top of that I developed a throat infection coming off it which made things HELL. I've also had to stop work.
I've been taking Marplan now for 8 days at 30mg a day. From day 1 my symtoms have actually increased and I am highly strung at home - the slightest niggle and I fly off the handle. I feel this is the drugs stimulating effect but its not a nice one!
Have I made a big mistake?
If anyone has tried this drug (Marplan), especially for Social Phobia/Anxiety, I'd love to here your experiences.
Thanks.
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