Posted by Ame Sans Vie on March 9, 2005, at 7:51:13
In reply to Re: Parnate 20mg, Day 6 » Ame Sans Vie, posted by KaraS on March 8, 2005, at 20:09:56
Hi Kara!
> It's wonderful to read that you're doing so well. It's such a short amount of time and such a low dose though. Are you sure you're not just experiencing the intial amphetamine-like effects that people often describe upon start-up of Parnate?
Actually, I'm pretty certain that *is* what I'm experiencing, but I've no complaints, lol. There is also a very noticeable effect creeping up on me that seems incredibly soothing and "evening". I'm assuming that would be the MAO inhibition gradually becoming stronger... ?
> Also, everything I've read and seen posted leads me to believe that Parnate is much less forgiving in terms of dietary restriction so definitely be careful if/when you escalate the dosage.
Yes, same here -- of course, right now it's a bit of apples and oranges: I was on Nardil at 120mg for six months, while today's dose of Parnate completes one week with the first three days at 10mg, now up to 20mg. I constantly monitor my blood pressure, still avoid what very few foods there are on the list (as well as *anything* that may not be fresh, i.e., fast food), and have nifedipine and chlorpromazine to take in the remote chance of a hypertensive crisis.
> Overall though, I think this is going to be a great drug for you. I'm really glad it's working out so well.
I really think so too, and thank you!
~Michael
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