Parnate is a medication that can be prescribed to treat depression in adults. This page on the eMedTV site discusses Parnate uses in more detail, offers general dosing information for the drug, and explains how the medication works.
Diarrhea, drowsiness, and insomnia are all potential Parnate side effects. This section of the eMedTV archives describes other possible side effects of Parnate and explains which problems require immediate medical attention.
Sexual side effects that have been reported with Parnate include ejaculation problems and impotence. This eMedTV segment describes these Parnate sexual side effects in more detail and describes the treatments your doctor may recommend.
It is possible to experience insomnia while taking Parnate. This eMedTV resource offers more information on Parnate and insomnia, including a list of things you can do to improve your sleep habits, such as keeping a regular sleep-wake cycle.
Parnate is one of the more common side effects reported with Parnate. This part of the eMedTV library discusses Parnate and dry mouth in more detail and offers recommendations for helping to relieve a dry mouth.
Parnate is used for the treatment of depression in adults. As this part of the eMedTV library explains, there are also a number of "off-label" Parnate uses, including the treatment of anxiety, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder.
For most people beginning depression treatment with Parnate, dosage recommendations start at 30 mg per day. This eMedTV Web page provides other Parnate dosing guidelines and explains how and when to take the medication.
You should not take Parnate if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or liver problems. This eMedTV page lists other people who should avoid the drug and offers important Parnate warnings and precautions, including side effects that may occur.
There are a number of potentially dangerous food interactions with Parnate. This eMedTV page lists certain foods and beverages you should avoid to minimize the risk of developing Parnate food interactions and offers tips for preventing interactions.
Medicines that may cause Parnate drug interactions include pressors, reserpine, and stimulants. This eMedTV page lists other medicines that may cause drug interactions with Parnate and describes the side effects that may occur with these interactions.
Taking too much Parnate can result in overdose symptoms such as confusion, severe headache, or high fever. This eMedTV segment lists other Parnate overdose symptoms and explains what treatment options are currently available.
This eMedTV page explains that in clinical studies, antidepressants (such as Parnate) have been shown to increase suicidal behavior in certain people. This article discusses Parnate and suicide, explaining who is at higher risk for suicidal behavior.
Common symptoms of Parnate withdrawal include anxiety, weakness, and diarrhea. This article from the eMedTV library lists other signs of Parnate withdrawal and describes the steps your doctor may take to help prevent a withdrawal when stopping a drug.
It is not known whether Parnate is safe to use during pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page discusses the clinical findings on Parnate and pregnancy, and explains when the medication may be appropriate for a pregnant woman.
Researchers do not know if breastfeeding while taking Parnate is harmful to the nursing infant. This eMedTV article offers more information on Parnate and breastfeeding, and discusses the possible risks involved.
Parnate is currently available as a generic -- Tranylcypromine 10 mg tablets. This page of the eMedTV Web site describes generic Parnate in more detail and explains how the generic medicine compares to the brand-name version.
Parnate alternatives may include different types of therapy and other depression medicines. This eMedTV page lists various medication alternatives to Parnate and describes psychotherapy, electroconvulsive therapy, and natural therapies in more detail.
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