Posted by ZeeZee on January 30, 2003, at 16:24:49
In reply to Re: Nardil--Kara Lyne, posted by kara lynne on January 30, 2003, at 13:21:12
The reason for the weight gain on Nardil is it increases a craving for carb's especially sweets. So unlike other AD's that put weight on you regardless of how careful you may be with what you put in your mouth, this is the direct result of wanting to over eat. Since we are women, I'm sure you can relate to the craving for sweets during the pms phase of our cycle. This is what it feels like on the Nardil, but it doesn't stop. You may not experience this however.
In regard to the anorgasmia, I mentioned earlier that Bethanacol, which is an "anticholinergic" drug used to treat the s/e's of AD's was very effective in eliminating that problem. I was on Nardil for over 6-9 months before switching to Parnate for 4 years.
Good Luck
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