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Posted by med_empowered on July 13, 2008, at 11:16:16
I'm currently stable on Abilify, Klonopin, and Depakote. I'm also taking 4-6 grams/day (divided into 2-3 doses of 2 grams each) of niacinamide. So far, the results have been pretty cool--reduced anxiety, some mild sedation, and an overall sense of "calm." I've read that niacinamide can reduce the risk of tardive dyskinesia, which is one reason I'm taking so much of it. Also, I've found that my skin is looking pretty awesome, which is interesting since topical niacinamide products are hitting shelves claiming to do all kinds of cool things for skin.
Anyway: I was just wondering...am I taking too much? I read that for schizophrenia dosages sometimes went up to 30grams/day. Anyone have experience using niacinamide w/ongoing psychiatric med treatment?
I should also note that I'm also taking selenium and melatonin to prevent TD from the Abilify.
Posted by Phillipa on July 14, 2008, at 12:55:23
In reply to niacinamide w/ other meds?, posted by med_empowered on July 13, 2008, at 11:16:16
Med what does it do for your skin? That's a new one for me. Phillipa
Posted by med_empowered on July 14, 2008, at 13:40:51
In reply to Re: niacinamide w/ other meds? » med_empowered, posted by Phillipa on July 14, 2008, at 12:55:23
I have mild-to-moderate rosacea and general dry skin (flakiness, etc.) and the niacinamide has really taken care of both problems. Now I don't need to use my Rx for rosacea or my Rx for flakiness, so its a real $$$ saver, too.
Posted by alohasam on July 14, 2008, at 16:32:41
In reply to Re: niacinamide w/ other meds?, posted by med_empowered on July 14, 2008, at 13:40:51
What form are you taking?
I have had some similar benifits from slow niacin aka inositol hexanicotinate.
Posted by med_empowered on July 14, 2008, at 18:23:51
In reply to Re: niacinamide w/ other meds?, posted by alohasam on July 14, 2008, at 16:32:41
i take the -amide (niacinamide) form. I get it thru mail order.
What dose did you take? What benefits did you experience?
Posted by Lao Tzu on July 17, 2008, at 10:30:16
In reply to niacinamide w/ other meds?, posted by med_empowered on July 13, 2008, at 11:16:16
Hi. Yes, I do believe niacinamide is helpful, even if you're on medication. Frankly, I only need a very tiny amount to feel better. Too much and I feel too sedated. I've found niacinamide mixes well with the essential fatty acids (Omega-3 and Omega-6) in the form of borage oil and fish oils, which are seemingly very important for bipolars and schizophrenics.
Posted by Tomatheus on July 17, 2008, at 23:32:22
In reply to niacinamide w/ other meds?, posted by med_empowered on July 13, 2008, at 11:16:16
med_empowered,
I currently take 5 mg/day of Abilify for schizoaffective disorder, and I sometimes also take 500 mg of niacinamide as needed for severe bouts of depression. I usually end up taking the supplement once every 2-4 days.
I would take the supplement more often than I do, but I unfortunately lose its antidepressant effect if I take it every day for more than two consecutive days. So, I basically only use it when my depressive symptoms are at their worst, and I make sure to take it every other day at most so I can feel its antidepressant benefits.
I wish I could help you with your question as to whether or not you're taking too much niacinamide. Maybe somebody else with more knowledge in that area will reply.
Tomatheus
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