Nardil is a prescription medicine that is licensed to treat depression in adults. This page on the eMedTV site offers general dosage information for Nardil, explains how the drug works, and lists potential side effects that may occur.
Drowsiness, dizziness, and constipation are some of the more common Nardil side effects. This eMedTV article lists other common side effects of the drug, describes which problems may require medical attention, and also include rare side effects.
Of the side effects that can occur with the use of Nardil, weight gain is typically seen. This eMedTV article discusses the clinical findings on Nardil and weight gain and also offers suggestions for combating weight gain.
If you are taking Nardil and insomnia occurs, try improving sleep habits to cure the problem. This eMedTV page defines insomnia and offers tips for improving sleep habits, such as keeping a regular sleep-wake cycle and avoiding naps after 3 p.m.
It is possible to develop a dry mouth while taking Nardil. This page on the eMedTV site further discusses Nardil and dry mouth, and offers tips that may provide relief. For example, you can try avoiding tobacco, alcohol, and spicy or salty foods.
Common Nardil sexual side effects may include impotence, ejaculation problems, or anorgasmia. This eMedTV Web page describes these sexual side effects in more detail and discusses the treatments that your healthcare provider may recommend.
Nardil uses typically involve the treatment of depression in adults. As this page of the eMedTV Web site explains, however, it can also be used in an "off-label" fashion to treat other conditions, such as mutism in children.
Most people start with a Nardil dosage of 15 mg a day, but the dose is usually quickly increased to 60 mg. This eMedTV Web page describes Nardil dosing guidelines in more detail and provides tips and precautions for those taking the medication.
This eMedTV segment discusses important Nardil warnings and precautions, including information on who should not take the drug and possible side effects. For example, it can cause hypertensive crisis (dangerously high blood pressure).
There are many drugs that can interact with Nardil, including pressors, narcotics, and stimulants. This eMedTV segment lists other medicines that can cause Nardil drug interactions and explains the risks involved with mixing these medications.
There are many dangerous food interactions with Nardil, including aged cheeses, yogurt, and all tap beer. This eMedTV page lists other foods and drinks that can interact with the drug and offers tips for preventing a dangerous interaction.
Not much is known about the effects of using Nardil during pregnancy in humans. As this eMedTV article explains, however, studies involving Nardil and pregnancy show that the drug reduced the survival of offspring when it was given to pregnant mice.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, there have been no studies on Nardil and breastfeeding; however, the drug most likely passes through breast milk. This page also explains that the effects this may have on a nursing baby are not known.
A Nardil overdose may potentially cause severe headache, chest pain, or high fever. This segment of the eMedTV archives lists other signs of a Nardil overdose and describes the various treatment options that are currently available.
In studies, 4 percent of children and teens taking antidepressants like Nardil developed suicidal thoughts. This eMedTV page discusses the clinical findings on Nardil and suicide, and further explains why the drug is not approved for use in children.
Common Nardil withdrawal symptoms include vomiting, nausea, and malaise. This eMedTV Web page also lists serious withdrawal symptoms that can occur and describes the steps your healthcare provider may take to keep these symptoms from occurring.
There are a number of alternatives to Nardil, including other antidepressants and therapy. This eMedTV resource discusses these Nardil alternatives in more detail, including other medications that are commonly used to treat depression.
