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PEA 630 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Ginger Root Extract
B1
B6
B12

The Ingredients Behind Relief
PEA
Stops overactive mast cells from flooding the nerve with chronic inflammation
ALA
Lowers the toxic oxidative stress building up around the pinched nerve
Ginger Root
Quiets existing inflammation and reduces swelling around pinched nerves
Vitamin B1, B6 & B12
Restores energy to damaged nerve cells so neuropathic pain calms down

October 14
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The supplements listed are aimed at nerve pain and inflammation, which are also common concerns for people managing myeloma-related neuropathy. Here's what's known about some of these ingredients in the context of myeloma:

B Vitamins (B1, B6, B12)
Many MyMyelomaTeam members report good results using B-complex vitamins for Show Full Answer

The supplements listed are aimed at nerve pain and inflammation, which are also common concerns for people managing myeloma-related neuropathy. Here's what's known about some of these ingredients in the context of myeloma:

B Vitamins (B1, B6, B12)
Many MyMyelomaTeam members report good results using B-complex vitamins for neuropathy. One member shared that B12 twice daily left them with zero neuropathy, while another said B complex helped restore feeling in numb toes.

Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)
Studies suggest ALA may help lower the risk of developing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), which is a common side effect of myeloma treatments.

Ginger Root
Ginger has shown some evidence for reducing treatment-related nausea and inflammation.

PEA (Palmitoylethanolamide)
While promising for nerve inflammation, there is limited specific research in the context of myeloma treatment. ⚠️ It's really important to check with your oncologist before starting any of these supplements. Some can interact with myeloma treatments, and certain supplements should be avoided entirely before a stem cell transplant.

October 14

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