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Nardil (Phenelzine) Antidepressant Medication: Information including Nardil Side EffectsPhenelzine (Nardil) is a medicine used for those who do not respond to other antidepressants. It is used for non-indigenous and atypical types of depression. Recommended Daily DosageIt is important for you to see a doctor before you decide to take Nardil. They can help you determine what exact dosage of this medicine will work best for you. In the mean time you can be assured that this medication can be taken with or without food. If you missed a dose do not take double next time to make up for it. Just resume taking your doses as originally prescribed. Precautions to TakeYou are advised not to drink any alcohol while taking this medicine. In addition, you should keep this drug in the container it came in and store it at room temperature, away from heat and light. If you are allergic to this type of med you should call your doctor immediately. Your local mental health center will be able to find you a different medication. Likewise, you should not stop this medication abruptly, without direction from your doctor. Another very important precaution is to make sure that it is safe to take with any other medication you currently take. In addition, you should wait to drive a car or to operate heavy machinery until you know it is safe to do so. You will also need to inform your doctor if you smoke, because tobacco could affect your reaction to this drug. Furthermore, you should inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while on this medication. You will find other precautions that are necessary to take as well. For instance, you will need to avoid excess exposure to sunlight. Your doctor can inform you about all you need to know regarding this medication. Side effects of NardilThe side affects that people experience the most while taking Nardil often are the ones that are the least harmful to most people. Lists of some of the least serious and most serious side affects of this medication are listed below: Some of the less serious side effects of this medication include the following:
More serious, but less common side effects include on or more of the following:
Most of the above mentioned more sever side effects as well as others not listed page do not happen very often. Likewise, side effects that are most common are also ones that are not fatal or seriously harmful. If uncomfortable, painful, or harmful side effects persist, you will want to consult your psychiatrist right away. You also have to make sure that you get a complete physical and mental examination before choosing any medication. In addition, it is important that you always be honest with your doctor about how you are doing. Some medications do not work well for people who have certain existing medical conditions. |
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