Phenelzine

Phenelzine Drug Information

Alternatives to Phenelzine

Depression, even in its most severe form, is highly treatable. As with many illnesses, getting treatment early is more effective and reduces the chance of recurrence.

The most common forms of treatment for depression are medication (antidepressants) and psychotherapy ("talk therapy"). In severe cases, healthcare providers may recommend electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Some people may also try complementary or alternative treatments (see Natural Remedies for Depression).

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as phenelzine are usually used as a last resort, when other antidepressants have failed. People who take such medications will often have tried most other alternatives to treat the condition. These alternatives include:

Other monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
Norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitors (NDRIs)
Tricyclic antidepressants.

(Click Nardil Alternatives to learn more about alternatives for this medicine and Dealing With Depression to learn about other ways of managing this condition.)

What If I Take an Overdose?

People who take too much phenelzine may have overdose symptoms that could include:

Drowsiness
Dizziness or fainting
Irritability, hyperactivity, or agitation
Severe headache
Hallucinations
Unusual muscle contractions
Rigidity
Seizures
Rapid and irregular pulse
High blood pressure (hypertension) or low blood pressure (hypotension)
Chest pain
Difficulty breathing
High fever
Sweating
Cool, clammy skin
Coma
Loss of life.

If you happen to overdose on this drug, seek immediate medical attention.

(Click Nardil Overdose for more information.)

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