Posted by nolvas on May 29, 2006, at 17:04:54
In reply to Re: inositol questions, posted by robot on May 28, 2006, at 21:11:53
I'm trying Inositol again (ordered 1KG, optimistic maybe heh)
Anyway I've been researching dosage and I've found a dosage regime on this page...
http://www.ngine.de/index.jsp?pageid=4176
Look at step 6 further down the page.
Ok this doesn't relate to anxiety or depression but I've seen similar dosage regimes for those conditions and this is something I'm going to follow. Studies generally use much higher amounts to gain a quick response. It seems sensible to try and use a regime like this to work out your dosage response.
There's also some additional information on that page that suggests it may work synergistically with 5HTP. (not a supplement that I'm friends with to be honest)
I'm going to quote a couple of relevant paragraphs here so that it's recorded on this forum in case it's of value in the future to some one, in the event that site goes down permanently.
"6. It can be built up according to the following schedule (1 teaspoon=2 grams, and be sure to use a measuring spoon) for an adult:
Week 1 - 1 teaspoon/2x per day
Week 2 - 1 teaspoon/3x per day
Week 3 - 1.5 teaspoons/3x per day
Week 4 - 2 teaspoons/3x per day
Week 5 - 2.5 teaspoons/3x per day
Week 6 - 3 teaspoons/3x per dayA child can be built up to 3 teaspoons per day over the same six week period. Dosages for adolescents can be adjusted according to weight. In either case, it is best to allow side effects to be the guide. If they begin to occur, it is not considered wise to increase the dosage unless they subside.
Once a person has reached either the maximum dosage, or the greatest amount they are able to tolerate, it is best to try staying six weeks at that level to see if there is any noticeable improvement. If there is none by the end of that time, it should probably be discontinued. As with any treatment, those who are absolutely positive that it will help are only setting themselves up, and may wind up more than disappointed. Everything works for someone, but nothing works for everyone."
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