Posted by TJO on November 4, 2003, at 16:48:22
In reply to Anyone ever combine MAOI + Remeron ???, posted by SLS on November 4, 2003, at 13:52:07
Hi Scott,
I ran a quick search. What i found didn't look very encouraging. I'd be intersted to know what the possibly fatal side effects were, how often the occur, etc.http://www.rxbest.com/remeron.htm
From the above:Do not take Remeron if you are currently taking, or have taken within the last 14 days, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate). Remeron may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including other antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine unless your doctor approves. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Remeron. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
http://www.prescription-drugs.us/remeron.htm
From the above:
Interactions:
Do not take Remeron if you are currently taking, or have taken within the last 14 days, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate). Remeron may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including other antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine unless your doctor approves. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Remeron. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.http://support4hope.com/medications/index.htm
From the above:You should also avoid Remeron if you are taking the antidepressants Nardil or Parnate.
Serious, sometimes fatal reactions have been known to occur when drugs such as Remeron are taken in combination with other drugs known as MAO inhibitors, including the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate. Never take Remeron with one of these drugs or within 14 days of discontinuing therapy with one of them; and allow at least 14 days between stopping Remeron and starting an MAO inhibitor.
If you develop "flu-like" symptoms, a sore throat, chills or fever, mouth sores, or any other signs of infection, call your doctor; these symptoms may signal a serious underlying condition.
Remeron tends to raise cholesterol levels in some people. If you have a cholesterol problem, be sure to mention it to your doctor before starting therapy with Remeron.
Remeron should be used with caution if you have active liver or kidney disease, or heart or blood pressure problems. Also be sure to tell your doctor if you have a history of seizures, mania (extremely high spirits), hypomania (mild excitability), drug use, or any other physical or emotional problems.hope this helps :)
Tammy
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