Posted by HSP Woman on February 16, 2008, at 12:49:48
In reply to Re: Emsam, Allergy Shots, Albuterol, Xopenex, posted by Merge on February 16, 2008, at 12:13:32
Hi Merge,
This is so helpful. I think that the contraindication must be the epi-pen factor. Your allergist seems to be a bit more savvy than mine! That's exactly what I'd expect a specialized MD to have knowledge of.
About the surgeries and Demerol -- I am so shocked. My jaw is hanging open. I guess I am just naive, but I assume people in potentially life-threatening professions would know basic pharmacology of drugs classes that could be dangerous.
But, I guess I have that problem a lot -- Like I expect people with jobs that deal with the public to be polite, too. I am disappointed a lot! ; )
You and Phillipa are right. I really need to get a pdoc soon. I have an appointment with a really competent psychiatrist in May, but that's three months. My Emsam was prescribed by my family physician.
I did go to one appointment with a pdoc last month. He was in his 60s but still hadn't any knowledge about MAOi's. It's a frustrating mission finding a good pdoc.
So the key here, for me, is to find a pdoc that has enough experience and knowledge about MAOi's that he/she can actually help -- like you say -- with medication management in many areas.
Thank you for sharing your story.
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