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Common side effects of the antidepressant medication Nardil (phenelzine) tend to be mild and improve as treatment continues or if your doctor adjusts your dose. These side effects may include:
- dry mouth
- headache
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- changes in sleep (insomnia or sleeping more)
- fatigue
- weakness
- twitching, jerking or other involuntary movements
- constipation, nausea or vomiting
- weight gain
- changes in sex drive or ability
- sudden or severe changes in mood or behavior, including new or worsened depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or attempts, aggressiveness, restlessness and insomnia
- signs of allergic reaction, including skin itching or hives, chest tightness, trouble breathing, or swelling of face, hands, mouth or throat
- eye pain, vision changes or sensitivity to bright light
- fast, slow or pounding heartbeat
- fevers, chills, sweating, sore throat or body aches
- headaches in the back of your head
- problems urinating
- yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes
- stiff or sore neck
- seizures or tremors
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