Posted by Katz on February 5, 2001, at 18:15:35
In reply to Ma huang/ ephedrine for depression, posted by PhoenixGirl on February 5, 2001, at 15:58:48
>Hi Phoenix,
I have used ma-huang (epehedra) on several occassions. It is a CNS stimulant. It does increase heart rate. I have found it's stimulating effects last only about a week before poop out. It works as an appetite suppressant for that amount of time also. It has not been a good drug for me. It's benefits are just too short lived. I have never found it to produce any euphoric or anti-depressant properties. Infact, it made me feel like I was PMS. It did not help my anhadonia or social phobia. Again, everyone is different. Give it a try. Effects are immediate so there is no great investment in time by way of a long trial. Personally, my hunch is it probably won't do what your looking for it to do.
All the best,
Kathy
I've read that the herb ma-huang is similar to norepinepherine, and may relieve depression. Has anyone ever heard of this? I also read that it can cause euphoria, but it seems that a substance that can cause euphoria would not be available over the counter. But who knows. I read about ma huang and ephedrine on a website about CNS stimulants.
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