Posted by SusanWhelan on July 13, 2011, at 17:33:35
In reply to Re: Is anyone using Deplin still?, posted by mogger on June 28, 2011, at 19:22:27
Hi, I work with Deplin. Thanks for the testimonial, Henryo. I have previously answered questions for Phillipa, but maybe I can give all of you some additional information?
As you probably know, Deplin is l-methyfolate, the active form of folate and is prescribed to augment other treatment of depression. Deplin works to manage the monamines associated with mood. It is considered a medical food, not a drug.
A recent study of the 15 mg dose as adjunctive therapy showed a superior response- with 2x the patients responding- and an 84% reduction in depressive symptoms compared to antidepressant + placebo.
Some patients may need to take 4-6 weeks to see complete response.
You do not need to have MTHFR to see results from Deplin but it is estimated that 70% of depressed patients is affected by MTHFR polymorphism (compared to 50% of the general population).
You might find these articles helpful:
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/inner-source/201106/folic-acid-the-equalizing-b-vitaminhttp://dailywd.womansday.com/health/daily-dose/2011/antidepressants/
http://chipur.com/2011/05/19/update-l-methylfolate-and-depression-more-good-news/
For those of you that do not purchase through insurance, there is a savings program through Brand Direct Health, available on the Deplin website.
I hope this information helps.
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