I guess this mainly goes out to the health-care professionals, but I'm also interested in individuals' experiences taking this medication. I know this may differ greatly depending on the patient, but what is the average length of time people usually stay on the MAOI anti-depressant medication Parnate ? (assuming that its having a positive effect). I ask because I've heard anecdotal reports from people that its the kind of anti-depressant that one stays on for a long time (6 months? years?). I've also heard that it can be common for the depression to return after you stop taking it (i know this can happen with all anti-depressants, but I've heard it is especially true with Parnate)...any validity to these claims?

Thanks for your time!