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Anyone here dealing with peripheral neuropathy?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Dec 8 11:43am | Replies (3052)Comment receiving replies
I saw a neurologist last week for EMG and no surprise I have idiopathic PN; big surprise, not!
He did suggest taking alpha lipoic acid and acetly-L carntine. Both of these reduce oxidative stress and improve nerve health. Does it work? Seems to help some people but but I figure it can't hurt to give it a try.
Has anyone else used this combination? Any suggestions as to dosage?
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Just an fyi if anyone has thyroid problems alpha liposuction acid lowers your thyroid levels. I have experienced that problem and had to quit.The doctors couldn’t stabilize my thyroid levels on it. My pharmacist gave me a print out on the drug. I could not find it in my area. It also affects your blood pressure medication.
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The usual recommended dose of alpha lipoic acid is 600 mg per day. For acetyl-L-carnitine 500 mg per day and/or prpionyl-L-carnitine 1000 to 2000 mg per day. I take both as they have somewhat different pharmacokinetics, one possibly more effective for cardio, the other more effective for neuro. Some evidence they have synergies. You have to take them a couple months or more before expecting any noticeable benefit. I do think they have helped me a bit. Don't forget your B12 and D3.