Posted by jumpy on November 24, 2002, at 17:23:11
In reply to Do I switch from SSRI to MAOI for social anxiety? , posted by comftnumb on November 24, 2002, at 6:14:49
The best treatment for social anxiety is thought to be the MAOI Nardil. Unforunately, it also has the most side effects of all the antidepressants. Many people find great relief from a combination of moderate doses of an antidepressant and a benzo. Parnate is mentioned as a medication useful in social anxiety by some individuals, but as a whole, most find it far to stimulating and anxiogenic. So, if you can tolerate Phenelzine, if is probably the most potent antianxiety/antipanic medication. Be that as it may, it does cause a mirad of side effects as well.
(SSRI, TCAs, benzos, neurontin are also helpful with less side effects)
Jumpy
PS Of course, everyone reacts to each medication alittle differently. I sure there will be several people would will respond to this post with opposite experiences. So, you mileage may vary.
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