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Lincolnton, NC

Gathering information and would like to speak with my neurologist at next appointment about LDN. Thank you!

October 5
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A MyMSTeam Member

i tried ldn when first diagnosed. not worth it.. get a real. ms drug

October 5
A MyMSTeam Member

For a NON medical insurance A -z consuming
Medicine . here it is shilajit and clean filtered water for 6 months

October 7
A MyMSTeam Member

I tried LDN for a few months. I could never tell a difference in my pain levels.

October 5
MyMSTeam

Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is sometimes prescribed off-label for MS, particularly for managing pain, even though it hasn't received FDA approval specifically for MS treatment. It's great that you're planning to bring this up with your neurologist! Here's a quick summary of what's known about LDN and MS:

- Pain management: LDN Show Full Answer

Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is sometimes prescribed off-label for MS, particularly for managing pain, even though it hasn't received FDA approval specifically for MS treatment. It's great that you're planning to bring this up with your neurologist! Here's a quick summary of what's known about LDN and MS:

- Pain management: LDN shows promise in helping manage chronic pain associated with MS
- Research status: Studies are encouraging, but more research is still needed to fully confirm its effectiveness and safety for MS
- Brain protection: Some research suggests naltrexone may have protective effects in the brain, potentially helping reduce nerve-related pain Most people tolerate LDN well, but there are some potential side effects to be aware of:

- Headaches
- Stomach pain
- Difficulty sleeping
- Vivid dreams or nightmares One important caution — LDN should not be taken alongside opioid pain medications, as it blocks opioid receptors and can trigger severe withdrawal symptoms.

A MyMSTeam member shared that they've taken LDN since 2012 with no side effects, noting that starting on a lower dose and gradually increasing helps minimize any early side effects.

Bringing a list of your current medications to your neurologist appointment will help them assess whether LDN is a safe and suitable option for you specifically.

October 5

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