Side effects of MAOIs

MAOIs most often are tried when other antidepressants don't help.

The most common side effects of MAOIs include:

• Dry mouth.
• Upset stomach.
• Diarrhea or constipation.
• Headache.
• Sleepiness during the day.
• Trouble sleeping at night.
• Dizziness or lightheadedness.
• Skin irritation at the patch site.

Less common side effects include:

• Muscle cramps or jerks.
• Low blood pressure.
• Less sexual desire or trouble reaching orgasm.
• Weight gain.
• Trouble starting a urine flow.
• Prickling or tingling feeling in the skin.