Posted by Jedi on June 9, 2007, at 2:56:45
In reply to Re: spinach » Honore, posted by girlnterrupted78 on June 8, 2007, at 23:15:05
Hi,
Use your BP monitor frequently to get used to it and obtain a baseline of where your BP usually tests. Mine can easily vary by 10 or 20 points within 15 minutes.If you are eating a food that could be a marginal problem, eat a very small amount, then test your BP. Then eat a little more and test again. Sounds tedious, but as I've mentioned in other posts, taking a MAOI requires the person to be somewhat organized and be able to raise their level of responsibility. What the doctor, pharmacist or book says may be wrong for you.
Of course, a splitting headache with a BP reading that is off the charts, should mean a quick trip to the ER. Don't expect them to know anything about this type of hypertensive crisis. It may be the first time they've ever seen it. Take the prescription bottle if possible so they can quickly look up the problem. If they try to make you wait, let them know that this type of tyramine hypertensive reaction can lead to stroke and even death(very,very rare).
Good luck,
JediPS Be very wary of any over the counter cold remedies. Most contain a combination of medications where at least one is contraindicated with a MAOI.
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> I'm just not sure how to use it for the Nardil.
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> I mean, I eat something, and 5 minutes later I check my BP, and then either run to ER or not?
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> Sorry I know that sounds dumb but I simply have NO CLUE as to how would anyone use those things for an MAOI.
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> It doesn't seem like something you use for prevention, but once the damage's been done. It won't tell you whether the food is dangerous, it will tell you ONCE the food has been dangerous and at that point is already time to run.
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