Posted by Ritch on August 1, 2002, at 12:47:04
In reply to Re: Depakote and Lamictal actions- Ritch with an M, posted by Fuscia on July 29, 2002, at 11:28:52
> Since you are taking Depakote, have you ever thought about taking the amino acid tyrosine, which aids in mental alertness. Ask your doctor about this and try maybe a month's trial. L-Tyrosine should be taken on an empty stomach with 1,000mg of vitamin C and 50mg of vitamin B6 to help with absorption. Other suggestions would include L-glutamine, L-phenylalanine plus L-aspartic acid, taken as directed on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice. Do not take with milk. Addition of small amounts of vitamin C and vitamin B6 help with absorption. These amino acids are necessary for normal brain function, and also serve as fuel for the brain and prevent excess ammonia from damaging the brain. Caution: do not take phenylalanine if you suffer from panic attacks, diabetes, or high blood pressure. And another suggestion would be Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) as directed on label. Aids in memory and learning. Note: this supplement isn't intended for everyday use, but is best reserved for days when you need to be more focused and alert. Just some ideas.
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> I hope the best for you, FusciaFuscia,
Hey, I started taking one capsule of L-tyrosine with C and sublinqual B when I get up in the morning all week this week (plus of course my usual meds) and there definitely is something happening that is positive. I am definitely feeling cheerful, almost hypomanic. I have noticed that it is easy to stay awake until bedtime without nodding off and I got a response from someone at work yesterday-"sounds like you are in a jolly mood". Hmmm. If it is just cycling it won't last more than a week or so, so that will be the "test". However, I *rarely* get much of any hypomania at this time of year. Thanks for the suggestion, I probably would never have thought of it.
Mitch
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