To fellow MSers

[SalMac1127]

Has anyone used Amantadine (generic form of Symmetrel) for MS fatigue? My neurologist just prescribed this to me. 1 tsp. daily.

[Kenu]

I tried this ten years ago and it did not help me. Used it for about two months and no improvements. Did not have any side effects either. Everyone is different,so good luck and hope it helps 👍🙏. 😉🐾. Ken

[SalMac1127 in reply to Kenu]

Thankyou Kenu. I’m hoping for the best with no side effects.

[SueAB]

SalMac1127, I was prescribed this med about 25 years ago and totally forgot about it until recently. I had taken 10mg of prednisone for a few years, which gave me excess energy! My new PCP refused to write for prednisone and wrote for amantadine instead. It is an old drug used for viral infections, but I get good results for my fatigue. I hope it works for you, too!

[SalMac1127 in reply to SueAB]

Thankyou SueAB. I already feel better after my first time taking it today! 😃

[Booda]

I started Amantadine 100mg twice a day in Nov 2017 and found no benefit at all. Was very disappointed.

[SalMac1127 in reply to Booda]

Sorry to hear that. So far so good for me. Thankyou for your input and best wishes to you.

[Oneson]

I have. But to I be honest I have been on so many drugs that I cannot remember how this one did.

[Oneson in reply to Oneson]

now I remember. It did absolutely nothing for me

[hairbrain4]

I was prescribed it when I had the flu. Was allergic to it, broke out in a rash on my arms. What did your doc prescribe it for? I know its used for viral infections and Parkinson's.

[Fancy1959]

SalMac1127, it's Fancy1959. I am sorry but I have never been on Amantadine, so I cannot give you any input on its effects Etc. I don't believe we spoken before though so I wanted to officially welcome you to this awesome chat room. You have found a safe place to come and ask questions, voice concerns, or simply speak to others who truly understand what you are going through. This chat room is full of some of the most kindest, and compassionate people I have ever met. Please make sure you catch up with jimeka, our birthday club ambassador and give her your special date and some information about yourself. Then you will be added to the birthday calendar list and as families or work to do we will help you to celebrate your special day with lots of kind wishes. I'm glad you have found us and look forward to getting to know you better. The more we interact with each other the quicker we will get to know each other and I am certain there is much we can learn from each other. Until we speak again please take care and remember together we are stronger. Fancy.

[kdali]

I use it, but mine is in capsule form and I take 2 per day. It helps some, but I need caffeine and ketones to be myself in the morning.