(was) Amy (now) Nukhet, supplements and meds

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Hi Nukhet:Provigil is to treat the MS fatigue. I've been having overwhelming fatigue and when it hits I cannot stay awake. I sleep for hours and feel like I'm drugged. So my neuro gave me samples of Provigil to try and I started it on Monday. I feel awake and alert. I feel like I might actually be able to do something with my day. It's a great feeling. My neuro told me it's not a stimulant like Ritalin or other amphetamines but it acts like a

stimulant. Here's a link to some information on this drug: http://www.msaa.com/articles/article8.htmlDo you take Calcium? Since you are on the steroids every month you may want to take Calcium and Vitamin D. Steroids can weaken your bones and lead to osteoporosis. Do you have a lot of sunshine where you are? Doctors are now recommending that people with MS and their families take Vitamin D 1000 IU per day. Here's some other information from: http://www.sciencenews.org/articles/20041009/bob8.asp"The story of vitamin D would appear simple. Take in enough sun or drink enough fortified milk to get the

recommended daily amount, and you'll have strong bones. Take a supplement, if you want insurance. But recent studies from around the world have revealed that the sunshine vitamin's role in health is far more complex. More than just protecting bone, vitamin D is proving to preserve muscle strength and to give people some protection against deadly diseases including multiple sclerosis (MS), diabetes, and even cancer."That whole article is very interesting. In the way of supplements I take Vitamin D, B Complex, Calcium, Bilberry (for my eyes), MSM with Glucosamine (for my joints), Garlic, and Fish Oil. In the way of medications I take: LDN (low dose naltrexone), Neurontin, Provigil, Baclofen, Klonopin and then medications for high blood pressure and thyroid. I'm glad you joined us too!Sharon We have a NEW MEMBER! nlink7> > > > I would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest member here at MSersLife! I know we all look forward to getting to know you

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