Social Anxiety Support

WillShakey · 06-09-2011, 03:50 PM

I've been on Nardil for a little over 7 weeks and have decided to stop taking the medication. The main reason is the cost. I don't have insurance, and even the generic was about $90 for a months supply. This was only for 60mg/day and I've read many people need even higher doses than that for 2 months or more to see any effects. I would have loved to give this a full try to see the benefits, but I simply can't afford it.

So now on to something else. In the past 12 years I've tried about 5 different SSRI's which didn't do anything, Remeron which I was a zombie on (could barely function/stay awake the following day), Wellbutrin and Buspar with no luck, Ritalin, Adderall (was ok, but pooped out and didn't notice a big help in depression or anxiety), Klonopin (which I take at night to help me sleep, but makes me too tired and out of it to take during the day). So at this point I'm basically down to an SNRI like Venlafaxine (Effexor) or a Tricyclic like Nortriptyline (Pamelor).

My psychiatrist was leaning towards the Nortriptyline, mainly because Effexor usually has serious sexual side effects (which is what I've hated the most about all meds, even Nardil) along with some other sides.

Has anyone had any luck with either med? Would it even be worth trying the Effexor - do the positive effects outweigh the negative or is there anyway around the sexual side effects? Any advice or even suggestions on possible other meds would be greatly appreciated! (If you have other med suggestions it would have to have a fairly cheap generic version). Thanks!

EVADER · 01-24-2012, 03:50 PM

Sorry to hear your situation. I have wanted to try Nardil for a long time. I have the diet part down, just need to get a prescription if possible. How long does it take to feel the effects of Nardil? Did you notice a change using it? If you haven't already, ask your Dr. what he thinks of Depakote. It is on the top of my most wanted to try med list ATM. Good luck with whatever path you choose.

tecknohed · 09-04-2012, 07:48 AM

Marplan (Isocarboxazid) is another MAOI you may want to consider before leaving MAOIs for good. Its also indicated for phobias and stubborn anxieties and is a very good antidepressant. Milder and less dangerous of the MAOIs IMO. Goes well with a benzo.

06-09-2011, 03:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
WillShakey Status: SAS Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 18	Switching From Nardil - Any Suggestions? I've been on Nardil for a little over 7 weeks and have decided to stop taking the medication. The main reason is the cost. I don't have insurance, and even the generic was about $90 for a months supply. This was only for 60mg/day and I've read many people need even higher doses than that for 2 months or more to see any effects. I would have loved to give this a full try to see the benefits, but I simply can't afford it. So now on to something else. In the past 12 years I've tried about 5 different SSRI's which didn't do anything, Remeron which I was a zombie on (could barely function/stay awake the following day), Wellbutrin and Buspar with no luck, Ritalin, Adderall (was ok, but pooped out and didn't notice a big help in depression or anxiety), Klonopin (which I take at night to help me sleep, but makes me too tired and out of it to take during the day). So at this point I'm basically down to an SNRI like Venlafaxine (Effexor) or a Tricyclic like Nortriptyline (Pamelor). My psychiatrist was leaning towards the Nortriptyline, mainly because Effexor usually has serious sexual side effects (which is what I've hated the most about all meds, even Nardil) along with some other sides. Has anyone had any luck with either med? Would it even be worth trying the Effexor - do the positive effects outweigh the negative or is there anyway around the sexual side effects? Any advice or even suggestions on possible other meds would be greatly appreciated! (If you have other med suggestions it would have to have a fairly cheap generic version). Thanks!

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01-24-2012, 03:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
EVADER Status: SAS Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 37	Sorry to hear your situation. I have wanted to try Nardil for a long time. I have the diet part down, just need to get a prescription if possible. How long does it take to feel the effects of Nardil? Did you notice a change using it? If you haven't already, ask your Dr. what he thinks of Depakote. It is on the top of my most wanted to try med list ATM. Good luck with whatever path you choose.

09-04-2012, 07:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
tecknohed Status: SAS Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: England, UK Age: 33 Posts: 14	Marplan (Isocarboxazid) is another MAOI you may want to consider before leaving MAOIs for good. Its also indicated for phobias and stubborn anxieties and is a very good antidepressant. Milder and less dangerous of the MAOIs IMO. Goes well with a benzo.