Posted by vaisforlovers on May 20, 2010, at 20:51:04
In reply to Best meds for ADD/Depression, posted by stargazer2 on April 21, 2010, at 11:15:02
Sorry I am posting so late in this thread but I just found it.
I have been on Nardil since 2002 after trying 21 SSRI's. My doc put me on it even though I am taking meds that are supposed to be contraindicated with Nardil. I am on narcotics and have been for years because of chronic pain. I am also on Vyvanse and have been for about a year. The point here is that, depending on the patient, you can take any med in combination with Nardil providing you know what side effects to look for. And of course if your dr. will agree to it. Nardil has so many contraindications to it which is a shame because it is such a wonderful antidepressant. They have changed some of these since it has been found that they do not cause the dreaded hypertensive crisis that is associated with Nardil. For instance, it is no longer required to stop it before having general surgery. I have never had any side effects from the combination of nardil, vyvanse and narcotics nor do I watch my diet. Each patient is different but I think that it is the doctors who won't try any of these because of what they read about Nardil.
I am sorry you are having to off the Nardil in order to take the Vyvanse. I hope you find an antidepressant that works. As for the Vyvanse it is a wonder drug. I am more focused, have tons of energy and some of my interests are back. I take 70mg in the am. I am hoping you find similar results and you start feeling better.
Joanne
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