Also for heightened pain at night and bloating. It is generally recommended to use the 12th potency of the indicated remedy. Administer every other hour during intense symptoms, and every four hours for mild symptoms. If there is no improvement after 12 hours, or a night's rest, see your health-care practitioner or consider another remedy. Magnesium also is a muscle relaxant and malic acid enhances its absorption, so they work well in tandem.
Various reports reveal that FMS sufferers have low magnesium levels.
St. John's wort and 5-HTP are known to raise serotonin levels, which can improve sleep quality and relieve pain. In one study, FMS patients reported significant improvements in pain, morning stiffness, sleep patterns, anxiety and fatigue after taking 100 milligrams of 5-HTP three times a day. In some cases, acupuncture appeared to exacerbate symptoms, while in others it reduced pain. Other reports, however, have shown acupuncture to be effective in reducing pain. The results differ, but plenty of research supports it.