Posted by BarbaraCat on March 4, 2002, at 2:03:18
In reply to Re: Inositol for depression? » BarbaraCat, posted by JohnX2 on March 4, 2002, at 1:16:45
I'm Bipolar II (I think) and it's OK for me. Again, I take the Jarrow Formulations *myo-inositol powder*, not capsules, and not any other form of inositol. I'd think one would OD on the capsule components alone taking that massive amount. I am curious about the the therapeutic route, however, for bipolars. Lithium is supposed to reduce the brain's inositol load, too much of which provokes mania. I've found that it has a calming effect on me, so I don't think anyone really knows what's going on.
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> is this ok for bipolar? I bought the pills once,
> but would have to swallow the whole bottle to get
> like 12 g (if memory serves me correct that's the
> therapeutic dose). Felt like I was practicing a
> suicide attempt swallowing so many pills.
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> -John
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> > Yes!! It does help, supposedly by working on the second messenger system downline from the synaptic system. I use it in conjunction with all my other meds.
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> > There are many different types and the one that has had the most beneficial studies and has helped me is myo-inositol. Jarrow Formulations makes a superior brand in powdered form. iHerb.com has the best prices. I take it twice a day, about 1 tablespoon in a little juice diluted with water. I also take a break from it 1 week out of the month. It's definitely helped a lot. But watch out since at first it can cause huge diarrea. So go slowly, about 1/2 teaspoon every few days building up. You should notice a calmer and less depressed mood in about 1 week. Good luck.
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> > > Hi. Does anyone here take large doses of Inositol for depression? I heard that it might be helpful, but I don't know anyone personally who has benefited from it.
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