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Amitriptyline use for neuropathy

Posted by kyc117 @kyc117, Sep 26, 2020

My neurologist prescribed Amitriptyline for me as sleeping has been difficult at times. I have to say it’s been working and I have no side effects. I don’t take it every day. I kind of know now when to take it...if my symptoms are bad during day. Still waiting on nerve biopsy test. It’s been 5 weeks now. Started a new job which keeps me so busy, keeps my mind off things. I wish you all my prayers daily.

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Jim, Volunteer Mentor | @jimhd | Sep 29, 2020
In reply to @maryflorida "I haven't tried Tramadol as yet. I am on blood thinners so my choices are limited...." + (show)
@maryflorida

I haven't tried Tramadol as yet. I am on blood thinners so my choices are limited. What kind of supplement do you find helpful? Yes the rheumatologist did the 18 point test, but I don't recall hearing the answer from her. Just that I have fibromyalgia. I have wanted a punch biopsy but she did not know where or how to do it; she recommended that I see a surgeon. ?? I can't spend the money for surgery that seems unnecessary. Years ago another doctor did a skin biopsy in my finger and it was done right in the office.
My husband is sick and runs up our medical bills often so I don't want to spend any money left on myself unless it is absolutely necessary.
Ok.. since no medicine since Friday, I do wake up in a lot of all over pain. Today I ate some oatmeal and then took a Tylenol. It is helping "some" but still in pain. Will call my doc tomorrow, but what is even left for me I don't know. I will ask him about Tramadol too. Thank you.

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@maryflorida A punch biopsy test, and other tests, can be done by a neurologist in the office. Strange that a rheumatologist doesn't know that. It's definitely not surgery, so a surgeon isn't the answer.

Jim

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bustrbrwn22 | @bustrbrwn22 | Sep 30, 2020
In reply to @catharbert "I have heard bad things about using benedryl for sleep. I have severe osteoporosis and I..." + (show)
@catharbert

I have heard bad things about using benedryl for sleep. I have severe osteoporosis and I follow that list and recently learned that melatonin is effective in treating bone loss. It actually stimulates bone growth. I was skeptical of its sleep inducing benefits as I had tried it years ago for that. The first night I took it an hour before bedtime and I fell asleep and did not wake up all night. I am going to keep using it for the osteoporosis and although I don't always need help sleeping I usually cannot sleep through the night. I would encourage anyone to try melatonin for sleep in place of benedryl.

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@catharbert. I started taking magnesium 250 since melatonin didn’t keep me asleep. I have found magnesium better for a deeper restful sleep. Just my 2
Cents

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helennicola | @helennicola | Sep 30, 2020

which form of magnesium do you take? Do you take it before bed? I take mag. citrate during the day for leg cramps but it does nothing for my sleep. Someone mentioned that the glicynate form works best for sleep? Helen

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Hank | @jesfactsmon | Sep 30, 2020
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@helennicola

which form of magnesium do you take? Do you take it before bed? I take mag. citrate during the day for leg cramps but it does nothing for my sleep. Someone mentioned that the glicynate form works best for sleep? Helen

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@helennicola
Hi Helen, I have read recently that the glycinate form is absorbed more easily than most types and might be better for improved sleep, but the citrate is also good as far as absorption goes.

Here is a good article that discusses all the different forms of magnesium.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/magnesium-types#9.-Magnesium-glycinate
In this article the writer states that the glycinate form may be preferable for improved sleep.
I have recently switched to the glycinate form, but I have found I get good sleep with both that and the citrate forms. Hank

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Sep 30, 2020
In reply to @helennicola "which form of magnesium do you take? Do you take it before bed? I take mag...." + (show)
@helennicola

which form of magnesium do you take? Do you take it before bed? I take mag. citrate during the day for leg cramps but it does nothing for my sleep. Someone mentioned that the glicynate form works best for sleep? Helen

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Hi Helen, my naturopathic doc gave me Mag Glycinate. I take 200mg am and two late afternoon. All the best, Sunny PS: I may be underdosing?? I need to find out.

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Sep 30, 2020
In reply to @jesfactsmon "@helennicola Hi Helen, I have read recently that the glycinate form is absorbed more easily than..." + (show)
@jesfactsmon

@helennicola
Hi Helen, I have read recently that the glycinate form is absorbed more easily than most types and might be better for improved sleep, but the citrate is also good as far as absorption goes.

Here is a good article that discusses all the different forms of magnesium.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/magnesium-types#9.-Magnesium-glycinate
In this article the writer states that the glycinate form may be preferable for improved sleep.
I have recently switched to the glycinate form, but I have found I get good sleep with both that and the citrate forms. Hank

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My naturopathic doc Rx'd me w/ Mag Glycinate. I have to check on the dose. I think I'm under-dosing. Take good care, Sunnyflower

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Sep 30, 2020
In reply to @helennicola "which form of magnesium do you take? Do you take it before bed? I take mag...." + (show)
@helennicola

which form of magnesium do you take? Do you take it before bed? I take mag. citrate during the day for leg cramps but it does nothing for my sleep. Someone mentioned that the glicynate form works best for sleep? Helen

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Hi Helen and Hank @jesthefactsmon, Here is what the NIH and others say:
The National Institutes of Health recommends 310-320 mg a day for women ages 19 and older; men in the same age bracket should take 400-420 mg a day.Aug 25, 2020 Then: The RDA for magnesium is 310–420 mg for adults depending on age and gender. If you require a supplement, dosage recommendations can vary depending on your needs, such as to improve constipation, sleep, muscle cramps, or depression. Most studies found positive effects with daily doses of 125–2,500 mg.Oct 28, 2019 Take care guys, Sunny

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Sep 30, 2020
In reply to @bustrbrwn22 "@catharbert. I started taking magnesium 250 since melatonin didn’t keep me asleep. I have found magnesium..." + (show)
@bustrbrwn22

@catharbert. I started taking magnesium 250 since melatonin didn’t keep me asleep. I have found magnesium better for a deeper restful sleep. Just my 2
Cents

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Jen and Cathy @catharbert, melatonin can both sedate you and hype you up or keep you awake, just like benadryl aka diphenhydramine. I've taken only 3mg. and it sometimes can put me to sleep and sometimes keep me awake. Benadryl can heavily sedate at first but then hype you up later or vice-versa but usally the first. Best of all, Sunnyflower

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helennicola | @helennicola | Sep 30, 2020
In reply to @sunnyflower "Hi Helen and Hank @jesthefactsmon, Here is what the NIH and others say: The National Institutes..." + (show)
@sunnyflower

Hi Helen and Hank @jesthefactsmon, Here is what the NIH and others say:
The National Institutes of Health recommends 310-320 mg a day for women ages 19 and older; men in the same age bracket should take 400-420 mg a day.Aug 25, 2020 Then: The RDA for magnesium is 310–420 mg for adults depending on age and gender. If you require a supplement, dosage recommendations can vary depending on your needs, such as to improve constipation, sleep, muscle cramps, or depression. Most studies found positive effects with daily doses of 125–2,500 mg.Oct 28, 2019 Take care guys, Sunny

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thanks Sunny and Hank for your replies; I was actually responding to Busterbrwns statement regarding her use of magnesium since she said it worked so well for sleep. Helen

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Sep 30, 2020
In reply to @jesfactsmon "@helennicola Hi Helen, I have read recently that the glycinate form is absorbed more easily than..." + (show)
@jesfactsmon

@helennicola
Hi Helen, I have read recently that the glycinate form is absorbed more easily than most types and might be better for improved sleep, but the citrate is also good as far as absorption goes.

Here is a good article that discusses all the different forms of magnesium.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/magnesium-types#9.-Magnesium-glycinate
In this article the writer states that the glycinate form may be preferable for improved sleep.
I have recently switched to the glycinate form, but I have found I get good sleep with both that and the citrate forms. Hank

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@jesfactsmon, @sunnyflower, @helennicola I cant vouch for the sleep improvement aspect but, I have recently switched to Magnesium Glycinate made by Innate Vitality. I take one 500 mg capsule per day. I've noticed an improvement with my constipation from opiods.

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