On Mon, 2 Sep 1996, Jeffrey E. Ludy wrote: > depressed at this point. Since he is on Selegeline and Sinemet, and is in > the regulatory drug stage, his neurologist told him that antidepressants > are incompatible with the Selegeline. However, as a nurse myself, I feel > sure there is some class of antidepressants that can be given to relieve > some of his suffering without harmful effects. Can anyone suggest any > with this combination? Selegeline(Eldepryl) seems to be the one with the > potential drug interaction problem. Thanks in advance. Also, what > Suggest to your brother that he check with his neurologist the use of Effexor (venlafaxine HC). The small print insert indicates that there is no negative interaction with Eldepry; and Sinemet. -------------------- Sid Roberts 66/dx2 [log in to unmask] Youngstown, Ohio