Parnate is used primarily for treating depression. The generic name for Parnate is called Tranylcypromine. Family and friends of patients taking Parnate (Tranylcypromine) for the treatment of depression are encouraged to monitor them closely to watch for the worsening of symptoms such as: depression, suicidal thoughts or tendencies or changes in overall behavior.
Parnate (Tranylcypromine) works by blocking the action of the enzyme monoamine oxidase which breaks down the mood-elevating chemicals dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin in the body. Parnate (Tranylcypromine) produces an increase in these chemicals and helps to stabilize the patient’s mood.
Patients are advised not to take Parnate (Tranylcypromine) if there is a history of stroke, heart disease, congestive heart failure, a brain disease or any other condition that could cause a negative reaction with these drugs as determined by a physician. It may also be necessary to stop taking the medication prior to any surgery. Parnate (Tranylcypromine) should also be avoided for patients who eat foods with high tyramine content. Such foods include: eggs, aged cheeses, and sour cream and red wines. The list of foods containing tyramine is quite lengthy so it will pay off to research them thoroughly before taking the prescription. Canadian online pharmacy is a resourceful site for researching this information.
Before using Parnate (Tranylcypromine), patients should advise their physicians of any known pre-existing medical conditions as some may interact with these medications. Physicians may advise against taking Parnate (Tranylcypromine) if patients are or planning to become pregnant, are breast feeding, if prescription, nonprescription, herbal preparations or dietary supplements are being taken or if allergies to medications, food or other substances are present. Patients should also avoid drinking alcohol or consuming large amounts of caffeine like those found in coffee, tea, chocolate and cola.
When taking Parnate (Tranylcypromine), patients should consult a physician for instructions. The medication label will also provide exact dosing instructions. The pharmacist who filled the prescription will also be able to answer question related to how the medication should be taken. If a dose is missed, it can be taken as soon as this is noticed. If this occurs when it is almost time for the next dose, the missed dose should not be made up.
There are some possible side effects associated with Parnate (Tranylcypromine). These include: constipation, blurred vision, diarrhea, dry mouth, stomach pain, drowsiness, tremors, upset stomach and weakness. Consult a physician if any of these side effects are persistent or bothersome or if other abnormal occurrences are present.
When taking Parnate (Tranylcypromine) for depression, it is important to continue the medication as directed even when it has begun to provide relief from symptoms of this condition. Patients who wish to stop taking these medications should consult with a physician before doing so. The same applies to changing the dosage. This must be monitored closely by a physician and should never be attempted without consultation. So you must make sure that all US or Canadian prescriptions get an early refill because it is important that you do not run out.
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