Dosages

Inositol

U.S. RDA:
Not Available

Dr. Atkins:
Insomnia: 500 - 1,500mg at bedtime.
Anxiety: 1 - 2 grams daily.
Clinical depression: 6 - 18grams.
Panic disorder: 6 - 18grams.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder: 6 - 18grams.
Higher doses may inhibit weight loss.

Dr. Balch:
Alcoholism: follow label directions.
Chemical poisoning: 50mg 3 times daily, with meals.
Circulatory problems: 100mg three times daily, with meals.
Cirrhosis: follow label directions.
Diabetes: 50mg daily.
Glaucoma: 1,000 - 2,000mg daily with choline.
High blood pressure: 50mg twice daily.
Obesity: follow label directions.
Dr. Barney:
Not Available

Drs. Zand, Spreen, & LaVille:
Bursitis: 500mg three times daily for one to two weeks.
Depression: 500mg three times daily for one week. If you do not notice improvement after that time, discontinue use; otherwise continue taking 500mg three times daily as needed. This dosage of inositol should be used under the supervision of a physician.
Fibrocystic breast disease: 200mg daily as part of a lipotropic combination supplement.
Hair loss: 200mg twice daily.
Obesity: 100mg as part of a lipotropic combination supplement, twice daily.

Integrative Medicine Communications:
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