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R-ALA, Why do neurologists not prescribe this medication/supplement?

Posted by bigjohnscho @bigjohnscho, Jul 18 7:17am

I have been reading about how R-ALA and its benefits works for peripheral neuropathy.It seems that every article recommends its use.
Why then do practically every neurologist/doctor advise against its use. Am I missing something obvious. I am told it is often prescribed elsewhere e.g. Germany.
John

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carmen332 | @carmen332 | 18 hours ago

I have IBS. I have tried R-ALA multiple times. On each occasion it just raises hell with my gut and GI system. So I have given up on trying to take it. Was never able to take it long enough to se if I got any benefit to my PN

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | 17 hours ago
In reply to @carmen332 "I have IBS. I have tried R-ALA multiple times. On each occasion it just raises hell..." + (show)
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I have IBS. I have tried R-ALA multiple times. On each occasion it just raises hell with my gut and GI system. So I have given up on trying to take it. Was never able to take it long enough to se if I got any benefit to my PN

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@carmen332 - Some folks have found it easier by starting with a lower dose of R-ALA 100mg vs 600mg twice a day and working their way up to 1200 mg daily. It also helps to eat something when you take it. Some people have also mentioned eating a small piece of a banana when they took the R-ALA. I think they mentioned it took a couple of weeks to get to the full dose.

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blowerk1216 | @blowerk1216 | 17 hours ago
In reply to @magnum52 "I don’t believe there are any pier reviewed studies showing ALA working for neuropathy. Some countries..." + (show)
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I don’t believe there are any pier reviewed studies showing ALA working for neuropathy. Some countries in Europe use an IV solution of ALA. However, you might experience a placebo effect, which is great! As long as you think you are feeling better, then you are feeling better!

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@magnum52 here’s one study and there are others if you look! https://medisearch.io/share/cwTEMNiRi75UN9fnwE9Bac

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blowerk1216 | @blowerk1216 | 17 hours ago
In reply to @carmen332 "I have IBS. I have tried R-ALA multiple times. On each occasion it just raises hell..." + (show)
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I have IBS. I have tried R-ALA multiple times. On each occasion it just raises hell with my gut and GI system. So I have given up on trying to take it. Was never able to take it long enough to se if I got any benefit to my PN

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@carmen332 did you use the R form of ALA?

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