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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.6
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Folate (400 mcg as (6S)-5-MTHF [(6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Glucosamine Salt)
680 mcg DFE‡
170%
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We explored the effects of methotrexate (MTX), a well-known folic acid antagonist, in addressing epidural fibrosis (EF), a common complication that can lead to persistent back pain after lumbar surgery. In our study, we tested how topical application of MTX influenced the healing process following lumbar laminectomy in rats, an experimental model for understanding back pain post-surgery.
Our results were promising—the use of MTX seemed to significantly suppress the development of EF compared to the control group. We measured this through various methods, including macroscopic scoring, hydroxyproline content analysis, and histological evaluations. Additionally, we observed that the effectiveness of MTX was dose-dependent, increasing with higher concentrations.
We also investigated the underlying mechanisms and found that the effects of MTX might be linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, which appeared to trigger cell apoptosis in fibroblasts. This suggests that MTX could potentially help in regulating scar formation which is often at the root of chronic back pain.
Overall, our findings indicate that while MTX does not target folate directly, its therapeutic properties may offer a new avenue for managing post-surgical back pain through its effects on EF and associated cellular pathways.
Our results were promising—the use of MTX seemed to significantly suppress the development of EF compared to the control group. We measured this through various methods, including macroscopic scoring, hydroxyproline content analysis, and histological evaluations. Additionally, we observed that the effectiveness of MTX was dose-dependent, increasing with higher concentrations.
We also investigated the underlying mechanisms and found that the effects of MTX might be linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, which appeared to trigger cell apoptosis in fibroblasts. This suggests that MTX could potentially help in regulating scar formation which is often at the root of chronic back pain.
Overall, our findings indicate that while MTX does not target folate directly, its therapeutic properties may offer a new avenue for managing post-surgical back pain through its effects on EF and associated cellular pathways.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Deficiency solved!
34 people found this helpful
After finding out about a potential Vitamin B deficiency, I started taking Methyl Folate and a Super B Complex. Within three days, the painful numbness I had been experiencing was gone, and my blood count returned to normal after four weeks. I believe adjusting my diet alongside these supplements has improved my overall health, including reducing any back pain I had.
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9
Great back pain solution
1 people found this helpful
I switched from folic acid because it aggravated my back pain. Now, I take this product every other day, and I feel fantastic!
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9
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9
We explored the effects of methotrexate (MTX), a well-known folic acid antagonist, in addressing epidural fibrosis (EF), a common complication that can lead to persistent back pain after lumbar surgery. In our study, we tested how topical application of MTX influenced the healing process following lumbar laminectomy in rats, an experimental model for understanding back pain post-surgery.
Our results were promising—the use of MTX seemed to significantly suppress the development of EF compared to the control group. We measured this through various methods, including macroscopic scoring, hydroxyproline content analysis, and histological evaluations. Additionally, we observed that the effectiveness of MTX was dose-dependent, increasing with higher concentrations.
We also investigated the underlying mechanisms and found that the effects of MTX might be linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, which appeared to trigger cell apoptosis in fibroblasts. This suggests that MTX could potentially help in regulating scar formation which is often at the root of chronic back pain.
Overall, our findings indicate that while MTX does not target folate directly, its therapeutic properties may offer a new avenue for managing post-surgical back pain through its effects on EF and associated cellular pathways.
Our results were promising—the use of MTX seemed to significantly suppress the development of EF compared to the control group. We measured this through various methods, including macroscopic scoring, hydroxyproline content analysis, and histological evaluations. Additionally, we observed that the effectiveness of MTX was dose-dependent, increasing with higher concentrations.
We also investigated the underlying mechanisms and found that the effects of MTX might be linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, which appeared to trigger cell apoptosis in fibroblasts. This suggests that MTX could potentially help in regulating scar formation which is often at the root of chronic back pain.
Overall, our findings indicate that while MTX does not target folate directly, its therapeutic properties may offer a new avenue for managing post-surgical back pain through its effects on EF and associated cellular pathways.
Read More
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USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.6
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9
Deficiency solved!
34 people found this helpful
After finding out about a potential Vitamin B deficiency, I started taking Methyl Folate and a Super B Complex. Within three days, the painful numbness I had been experiencing was gone, and my blood count returned to normal after four weeks. I believe adjusting my diet alongside these supplements has improved my overall health, including reducing any back pain I had.
Read More
9
Great back pain solution
1 people found this helpful
I switched from folic acid because it aggravated my back pain. Now, I take this product every other day, and I feel fantastic!
Read More
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9
Great back pain solution
1 people found this helpful
I switched from folic acid because it aggravated my back pain. Now, I take this product every other day, and I feel fantastic!
9
We explored the effects of methotrexate (MTX), a well-known folic acid antagonist, in addressing epidural fibrosis (EF), a common complication that can lead to persistent back pain after lumbar surgery. In our study, we tested how topical application of MTX influenced the healing process following lumbar laminectomy in rats, an experimental model for understanding back pain post-surgery.
Our results were promising—the use of MTX seemed to significantly suppress the development of EF compared to the control group. We measured this through various methods, including macroscopic scoring, hydroxyproline content analysis, and histological evaluations. Additionally, we observed that the effectiveness of MTX was dose-dependent, increasing with higher concentrations.
We also investigated the underlying mechanisms and found that the effects of MTX might be linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, which appeared to trigger cell apoptosis in fibroblasts. This suggests that MTX could potentially help in regulating scar formation which is often at the root of chronic back pain.
Overall, our findings indicate that while MTX does not target folate directly, its therapeutic properties may offer a new avenue for managing post-surgical back pain through its effects on EF and associated cellular pathways.
Our results were promising—the use of MTX seemed to significantly suppress the development of EF compared to the control group. We measured this through various methods, including macroscopic scoring, hydroxyproline content analysis, and histological evaluations. Additionally, we observed that the effectiveness of MTX was dose-dependent, increasing with higher concentrations.
We also investigated the underlying mechanisms and found that the effects of MTX might be linked to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, which appeared to trigger cell apoptosis in fibroblasts. This suggests that MTX could potentially help in regulating scar formation which is often at the root of chronic back pain.
Overall, our findings indicate that while MTX does not target folate directly, its therapeutic properties may offer a new avenue for managing post-surgical back pain through its effects on EF and associated cellular pathways.
References
- Chen H, Yan L, Wang J, Sun Y, Li X, et al. Methotrexate prevents epidural fibrosis through endoplasmic reticulum stress signalling pathway. Eur J Pharmacol. 2017;796:131. 10.1016/j.ejphar.2016.12.032
