Tranylcypromine is a prescription medicine that is used for treating depression. This part of the eMedTV archives describes tranylcypromine in more detail and lists possible side effects that may occur with the medication.
Side effects of tranylcypromine may include dizziness, weakness, and insomnia. This eMedTV Web page describes other possible tranylcypromine side effects and lists serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.
As this part of the eMedTV library explains, tranylcypromine is used for the treatment of depression. There are also a few "off-label" tranylcypromine uses, such as the treatment of anxiety, panic disorder, or social anxiety disorder.
The suggested starting dose of tranylcypromine is 30 mg daily, taken in two or three separate doses. This eMedTV segment offers other tranylcypromine dosing guidelines and provides precautions on when and how to take the medication.
Many medicines may cause drug interactions with tranylcypromine, such as narcotics, pressors, and buspirone. This eMedTV resource explains what happens when these drugs interact and lists other medicines that can cause tranylcypromine interactions.
Be sure to check your blood sugar often if you're taking tranylcypromine with diabetes medications. This eMedTV segment offers other precautions and warnings with tranylcypromine, including information on who should not take the medication.
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