Nardil User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)
Nardil has an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from a total of 124 reviews on Drugs.com. 73% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 13% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Nardil
- Lin...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- November 5, 2019
For Depression "Been back on Nardil for 6 weeks, got it from Wells Pharmacy. Still anxious, though, these tablets are not as dark. Wonder if the ingredients are slightly different. Been put on 80 mg Bedranol to ease palpitations, which they have."
- Cha...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- March 5, 2021
For Depression "I was prescribed Nardil from 1979 until 2003 for panic disorder and agoraphobia. Bang, it stopped working: lo and behold, Pfizer changed the inactive ingredients from the previous owner of Nardil, Warner-Lambert. Pfizer went from 15 inactive ingredients to only 8. I won't go into detail, but I'm annoyed they changed it. (September 2, 2003) and never looked back. Please look at a website pre-2003 Nardil petition. Thx."
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- Lar...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 18, 2023
For Depression "I was very upset after trying this drug. I had such high hopes and am very confused with the high ratings. I was on Nardil for 2 months and have experienced many side effects: dizziness, fatigue, nausea, no energy, worse depression, zero libido, agitation. I was on 45 mg and could barely stand up at this dose. If you are sensitive to medication, this is probably not for you. The only advantage was a slight reduction in anxiety."
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- October 14, 2010
"My brother had a terrible reaction to Nardil. His behavior and personality changed immensely when he started taking it for depression, and then he hit bottom when he tried to get off it. Maybe it is a wonder drug for some, but if you start having hallucinations or your reality changes, please get help."
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- April 20, 2010
For Migraine Prevention "My neurologist prescribed Nardil approximately 4-5 years ago as a last effort to control my migraine headaches. This drug has worked better than all others tried at preventing migraines, but not without some annoying side effects such as weight gain, edema in lower legs and arms, some mild memory problems, and probably most annoying is the caution exercised regarding medications and foods that are to be avoided while taking Nardil. I've gone off of it once, and it was a nightmare, it made me very sick and weak. I eventually got off of it totally for several weeks, but the migraines came back with a vengeance, so I had to go back on the Nardil. I'm considering going off of it again soon simply because of the weight gain and edema."
- jus...
- August 29, 2020
For Depression "Quick data point, since every shared experience is valuable with this largely unknown med. Started Nardil in early '19 for depression and anxiety, hitting a dose of 75 mg, before ending up at a dose of 30-45 mg. One month of relief - my brain clicked so well I'm convinced neurotransmitters are hugely to blame in my case. Words came quickly, I felt funnier, was mostly happier, and the voices of insecurity/low self-esteem quieted to a murmur. It felt like a different brain. I avoided big drinking nights until one Friday night, and the next day, my clouds returned. I'm getting off to prep for a minor surgery and because I don't think Nardil's my answer. Mostly off, and luckily it's been a non-event. I was scared of horror stories of super slow taper regimens and/or having to get back on. But besides brain zaps I've had with other meds, no real issues. After a 3-week taper, I've had 1 pill over the past 6 days. Not 100% out of the woods, but close. In case you're where I was, you have my story of hope to hold onto."
- Nar...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- November 18, 2024
"When I first went on Nardil, I definitely experienced the “honeymoon phase” for a few weeks where 80-90% of my anxiety was abolished. As time went on, it still helped, but became a little less effective. I then had a period in my life when I became very stressed, I blew up with so much water retention. This drug can cause SIADH. I hated the way it made me look and feel. The side effects of Nardil are very tough. And I think I might be weaning myself off soon. It makes me sad because it was definitely improving my life."
- Ast...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 19, 2020
"I wasn’t diagnosed yet with bipolar. This was my first visit to my psychiatrist to treat my bipolar depression, which I thought was major depressive disorder. We went up to 90 mg Nardil because it wasn’t taking effect. Holy crap, did it feel amazing, but I was in an extreme state of mania. I spent so much money. I was delusional. It was not good for me. Way too strong, this is serious stuff. The diet sucks. I gained a lot of weight and literally could not poop. I had to take laxatives regularly. My appetite was also affected big time. All I wanted was cookies, cakes, any sweets I could get. I came off it because I could not ejaculate for the life of me. That was the tipping point after a few months. I got off it. I do not recommend this for anyone with bipolar 1 especially, nor for bipolar 2."
- Lom...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 19, 2023
For Depression "Nardil helps with anxiety but made me extremely tired, depressed, and agitated. I could only tolerate a low dose of 30 mg. Every time I tried to raise it to 45 mg, I experienced dizziness to the point of fainting, agitation, and crying spells."
- Qui...
- March 23, 2020
For Depression "Nardil helped me stop drinking, which also helped my suicidal depression. I'm now 12 years into using it, and it has become less effective fighting depression lately, the last year. Thinking about weaning off 60 mg per day and starting drinking again. That was at least a good buzz, and I will fight feelings of depression on my own."
- Bel...
- February 7, 2014
For Depression "Saved my life! Had major postpartum tried for 3 months on different antidepressants nothing worked until Nardil! Thank you Nardil..."
- Cos...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- April 9, 2017
For Depression "Nardil is an amazing drug. I honestly do not know where I would be without it. I wish more doctors would be willing to prescribe it to people."
- jul...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- August 6, 2020
For Depression "Google 'Nardil: A Pharmaceutical Secret Weapon?' We want Nardil back... Save a lot of lives! Please! I take Nardil for panic attacks."
- Nic...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- June 11, 2018
For Depression "I've been on 60 mg a day for nearly 20 years. Although not easy, a low-carb diet will beat weight gain."
- Wis...
- February 25, 2018
For Depression "I’ve taken Nardil for over 40 years. It’s an excellent drug, the diet and medication restrictions are well worth it. Be sure you carry your card or have a medical bracelet."
- Cra...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- November 13, 2017
For Depression "Nardil is the only antidepressant that has worked for me. I have a bit of insomnia on it, but at least I have motivation and don’t get upset with people like I used to."
- Ral...
- January 22, 2018
For Depression "On 90 mg (45 mg x 2 daily) for 2 years, effectively reversed depression. Cons: weight gain 20 lbs, inability to have orgasm. Weak erections."
- whi...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- October 9, 2019
For Depression "Nardil is the only antidepressant that has worked. Must be acutely aware of food and over-the-counter drug interactions as well as potential dental or general surgery."
- Lyn...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- April 1, 2020
For Depression "Nardil has kept me out of the hospital for 5 years, but now I cannot get hold of it in the UK despite pleading with my psychiatrist. Feeling so bad, I'm going back on a section."
- Nav...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 5, 2018
For Depression "1 week on Nardil, up to 90 mg daily. Weight gain: 10 lbs. Extreme stomach bloat, looking like 8 months pregnant."
- jul...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- June 23, 2023
"Nardil is an absolute miracle. After trying 12 other antidepressants, after living 14 years of terror, fear, and panic attacks, my life is much better. Please never remove this pill, it's a lifesaver."
- ede...
- March 21, 2008
For Depression "Nardil only worked for me for about 6 months. At first, my depression decreased substantially, but gradually returned."
- Leo...
- July 13, 2010
For Depression "Too many restrictions and not a lot of other medications can be used with Nardil... lots of interactions. Going off of Nardil caused some side effects as well."
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For Depression "The reason Lupin Nardil works and Greenstone doesn't is because the inactive ingredient polyvinyl alcohol wraps the Nardil pill like a Tide detergent pod pill. This is for better absorption. Greenstone doesn't have this. Trust me, Pfizer created a formula Nardil failure on Nardil! Hard to believe, but it is true."