Precautions and Warnings With Phenelzine

An understanding of precautions and warnings with phenelzine before starting the medication can ensure a safe treatment process. Potential side effects include hypertensive crisis, suicidal behavior, and changes in blood sugar levels. Precautions and warnings with phenelzine also extend to people who are allergic to any of its active or inactive ingredients, have liver or kidney problems, or have congestive heart failure.

Phenelzine Drug Information

Phenelzine: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking

phenelzine sulfate (Nardil^®) if you have:

Congestive heart failure (CHF)
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Pheochromocytoma, a certain type of adrenal tumor
An upcoming surgery or procedure involving general or local anesthetics
Liver disease, including liver failure or cirrhosis
Frequent headaches
Diabetes
Bipolar disorder or a family history of bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression)
A history of suicide attempts or suicidal thoughts
Kidney problems, including kidney failure (renal failure)
Seizures or epilepsy
An upcoming radiology procedure
Any allergies, including allergies to foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol regularly.

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you may be taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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