While we do try to approach most problems using natural agents to support the body, occasionally there are helpful and safe pharmaceutical options. Low Dose Naltrexone has been around for many years, and has a strong record of safety at these low doses. While it was initially used primarily for pain and MS, it has now proven effective for a wide variety of auto-immune diseases.
Naltrexone works by blocking opiate receptors in the brain, thereby tricking the body into believing there is a lack of endorphin and metenkephalin production. The result is a natural response by the body to increase the production of these helpful messengers. One of the proposed mechanisms of LDN is that it helps to balance the Th1 and Th2 imbalance present in most autoimmune diseases.
If you are having a tough time battling a chronic condition, please call for a consult to see if LDN might be right for you!
What can LDN help with?
Chronic Pain, Autoimmune disease, Fibromyalgia, COPD, Chronic Fatigue and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), Arthritis, Parkinson, Sarcoidosis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Hashiomoto’s Thyroiditis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Alopecia (hair loss), and more…
Success Stories using LDN
“LDN has been a life saver for me. Before, I was in chronic pain, but now I can move and work again. My energy is also improving. Thank you for suggesting this therapy for me!” ~ A.F. 35 y.o. Female, Star, ID
Medical Research about LDN
LDN in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue
Crohn’s disease and Colitis treatment with LDN
Treatment of Sjogren’s Syndrome
LDN vs. Phototherapy and Clobetasol for treatment of Psoriasis
See LDNScience.org for a host of other great research articles
Additional Info about LDN at the ICIM
While high doses of Naltrexone have been shown to cause liver dysfunction, the doses used in LDN (1-5mg vs 200mg) have never resulted in such an effect in any published study we’ve seen. Therefore, this is regarded as a safe therapy with few side effects. One complaint we occasionally get is the onset of more vivid dreams. For some patients this is merely interesting, but others find it disturbing.
LDN does require an Rx prescription from a licensed practitioner, so you must call to schedule an appointment with our Nurse Practitioner at 208-629-5374
**These statements have not been approved by the FDA. Results are not guaranteed, and may vary from patient to patient. This therapy is not meant to cure or diagnose any disease**
