Posted by EyesWideOpen on January 26, 2009, at 17:07:50
In reply to Re: Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) for Depression » EyesWideOpen, posted by Phillipa on January 26, 2009, at 0:57:03
"Yes I know a girl on it for an autoimmune disorder was suggested for my hasimotos also.Phillipa"
Phillipa, LDN is frequent prescribed for the autoimmune disorders, as I understand it. RXs for depression is a newer development. I wouldn't expect your typical treatment-resistant depression to respond favorably; however, if the depression is secondary to pain, chronic inflammation and/or some autoimmune/neurological disorder (e.g., hashimotos, HIV, MS, CFS, FMS, etc.), the chances are likely higher. That said, if someone's mental illness responds favorably to longer-term opioid therapy, it's certainly possible that LDN may generate feelings of well-being. It also can also potentiate opioids, such that tolerance does not build (as fast). There is a pharma company that markets or is bringing to market a LDN/opioid combo med.
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