What should I discuss with my doctor before taking Selegiline?
If you are sensitive to or have ever had an allergic reaction to Selegiline, do not take narcotic painkillers such as Demerol while you are taking Selegiline. If you are planning to combine Selegiline with tricyclic antidepressants such as Elavil and Tofranil, or with antidepressants that affect serotonin levels, such as Prozac and Paxil, you may suffer a severe reaction. Wait at least 14 days after taking Selegiline before beginning therapy with any of these medications. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Even though Selegiline is not known to cause specific birth defects, it should not be taken during pregnancy unless it is clearly needed. It is not known whether Selegiline appears in breast milk. As a general rule, a nursing mother should not take any medicine unless it is clearly necessary.
