Warning: following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise & expertise & judgment about youre physician. this should not be construed to indicate that use about drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your physician before using this drug.

Mao inhibitors - oral

Marplan Usage: this medication is used to treat depression.

How to use Marplan: May be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. Take this exactly as prescribed. Try to take each dose at the same times each day so you remember to routinely take it. this may take several weeks for full benefits of this medication to be noticed. do not stop taking this tablet with out 1st consulting your pharmacist.

Marplan side effects: may cause drowsiness, dizziness, increased sun sensitivity or blurred vision. Use caution performing tasks that require alertness. May initially cause dizziness & lightheadedness when rising too quickly from sitting or lying position. other side effects include stomach upset, loss of appetite, tremors, irritability, sleeplessness, or flushing. These effects must subside as your body adjusts to the medication. Notify your healthcare professional promptly if next effects occur: severe headache, rapid or irregular heart rate, skin rash, fever, yellowing about eyes or skin. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or doctor.

Marplan Precautions: Before using it drug, tell your doctor youre medical history, especially of: heart or circulation problems, liver or kidney disease, head trauma, pheochromocytoma (specific type of tumor), alcohol use, mental/emotional conditions, frequent or severe headaches, high blood pressure, any allergies. this drug must be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with your pharmacist. this drug may be excreted into breast milk and pose risk to nursing infant. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Marplan medication interactions: it drug shouldn't be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: apraclonidine, brimonidine, bethanidine, bupropion, buspirone, carbamazepine, dextromethorphan, entacapone, herbal products (e.g., ma huang), indoramin, meperidine, papaverine, sibutramine, SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, citalopram), sympathomimetics (e.g., methylphenidate, ephedrine), tolcapone, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, doxepin), 'triptans' (e.g., sumatriptan, zolmitriptan). If you currently using any about these pills, tell your pharmacist or physician before starting MAO inhibitor. Before using it drug, be sure to tell your doctor what medicines (both prescription and nonprescription) you taking, including: levodopa, tryptophan, insulin & oral antidiabetic drugs, other MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, selegiline), sedatives & drugs used to aid sleep, blood pressure medications. Consult your healthcare professional of the need to watch your intake of foods containing tyramine. it is possible consuming tyramine- containing foods while using this medication could cause headache and/or increased blood pressure & could lead to medical emergency. Tyramine food precautions should be observed for at least two weeks after you stop using this drug. the following is a partial list of tyramine-containing foods: Meat or Fish - pickled herring/liver/dry sausage/salami/meats prepared with tenderizer; Dairy - yogurt/sour cream/aged cheeses (cream or cottage cheese are okay); Beverages - beer/red wine/sherry - Avoid excessive amount of caffeine-containing colas/coffee/tea; Fruits & Vegetables - avocado/bananas/figs/raisins/broad beans/sauerkraut; other - yeast extract/soy sauce/large amounts of chocolate. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or physician approval.

Marplan Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include convulsions, cool or clammy skin, severe dizziness or headache, hallucinations, drowsiness, slow or shallow breathing, fainting, irritability, sleeplessness, anxiety, weakness, sweating, confusion, unconsciousness, unusual fast heartbeat, or chest pain.

Marplan special notes: do not share it medication with others.

If you missed Marplan dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered unless the following scheduled dose is within 2 hours. If so, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Marplan Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in bathroom.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Mao Inhibitors