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Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

See what benefits omega-3 fatty acids may have for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Vitamin D

Find out why vitamin D is one of the most frequently recommended supplements for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Learn about typical vitamin D dosages, potential vitamin D side effects and how to get more vitamin D through your diet.

Language Impairment in Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Brain fog and language impairment can be big problems in people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Learn about possible causes, treatments and how to live with brain fog and language problems.

Ampligen

Learn about the drug Ampligen, how it's believed to work as a treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome, what other conditions it's been researched for, typical Ampligen dosages, and possible side effects of Ampligen.

Theanine Supplements

Find out about the effects of theanine, either from tea or nutritional supplements, and how it may help manage symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Temperature Sensitivity in Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Temperature sensitivity is a common symptom of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Learn how to cope with temperature sensitivity.

Light & Noise Sensitivity in Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Light and noise sensitivity are common symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Learn what's behind light and noise sensitivity, what treatments are available, and how to cope with this symptom.

7 Things You Need to Know About Supplements

Learn seven important things about supplements for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, including what to expect and what to look out for.

Cymbalta (duloxetine)

Get information on Cymbalta for fibromyalgia treatment, including how Cymbalta (duloxetine) works, what research shows, a typical Cymbalta dosage and possible side effects of Cymbalta.

JZP-6 Sodium Oxybate

Learn about JZP-6 sodium oxybate as a fibromyalgia treatment, including how the drug works, what it takes to get a prescription, and where the drug is in the path to FDA approval.

D-Ribose for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Find out about d-ribose supplements as a fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome treatment, including typical dosages, possible side effects and what research shows.

B12 Supplements

Find out how B12 may help you manage some symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome and how to get more B12 in your diet.

SAM-e Supplements

SAM-e supplements are frequently recommended for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Find out the effects of SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine), typical dosages, possible side effects, and who shouldn't take SAM-e supplements.

NADH Supplements

See how NADH supplements can help manage symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome and what foods contain NADH.

Magnesium Malate

Find out why magnesium malate is frequently recommended as a treatment for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, how much you should take, how to get more through your diet, and what side effects to watch out for.

CoQ10 Supplements for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Find out how CoQ10 supplements may help manage symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome and how to get more CoQ10 in your diet.

Carnitine (L-Carnitine)

Learn how carnitine supplements may be effective as a chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia treatment, how much you should take, how to get more from your diet, and what side effects to watch out for when you take carnitine supplements.

Rhodiola rosea

Rhodiola rosea has several medicinal effects that may have alleviate symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Learn more about the potential benefits of rhodiola rosea supplements, how much is recommended, possible side effects and drug interactions.

Lyrica

Find out about taking Lyrica for fibromyalgia, how Lyrica drug works, typical Lyrica dosages, weaning off of Lyrica, and possible Lyrica side effects.

Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) as a Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatment

Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is emerging as a promising new treatment for some people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Learn what LDN is, how it works, its side effects, and what evidence shows so far.

Ultram

Off-label use of Ultram for fibromyalgia is becoming more common. Learn how Ultram (tramadol) works, what studies show about Ultram for fibromyalgia, a typical dosage, possible side effects and safety information.

5-HTP Supplements

5-HTP supplements are frequently recommended for people with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome. Find out what 5-HTP does, what dosage is recommended, the potential side effects and more.

DHEA - Dehydroepiandrosterone

Find out how DHEA supplements may help with symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, how much you should take, and potential long-term effects of taking DHEA.

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