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01-15-2018, 11:41 AM | #1 | ||
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Has anyone tried Circadin for help with sleep and if so with what results?
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01-15-2018, 12:13 PM | #2 | ||
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Circadin is interesting. It is a modified melatonin that is designed to release over an 8 hour period. It is approved for use up to 13 weeks.
It tries to modify the melatonin receptors. I'm not convinced that is the best way to improve sleep. I like to find ways that work with natural cellular processes. Have you tried taking a 5-HTP supplement? It is not prescription and provides serotonin that can convert to melatonin. As serotonin levels increase from the 5-HTP, when darkness sets in, the body can naturally convert serotonin to melatonin. People who are melatonin deficient may be serotonin deficient. Here is an interesting article about this. Relaxation, a strong bio clock, and better sleep: 5-HTP may help - The Sleep Doctor Some find 50 mgs in the evening helps. Others need 100 to 150 mgs.
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01-16-2018, 02:28 AM | #3 | ||
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Interesting article, thanks. For myself worth a try but for son am told is not an option - he takes Epilim for mood stabilisation and there could be an interaction.
Both of us are looking for deeper sleep for since our accidents this has been a rarity. |
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01-16-2018, 04:02 AM | #4 | ||
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Reports say there is no reaction between valproate sodium (Epilim) and 5-HTP. Epilim is an anti-convulsant, not an anti-depressant.
5-HTP and anti-depressants like SSRIs and try cyclics cannot be combined without a close watch by doctors. Even then, serotonin syndrome is easy to identify. Worth verifying with a pharmacist.
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