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I have been using it for about 2 months. It's definitely not a wonder drug. I'm really not sure if I am walking any better - maybe marginally. As that research from squiffy stated, I think I would get more or equal benefit from physio.
I think I might go off it for awhile and compare.
When you have a progressive condition like MS, you get in the habit of just coping and enjoying the good things and not spending too much time pondering about what you can and can't do - at least that's what I do!

Hi All

My third month of Fampyra will finish next week and I intend to take a break and monitor the difference. I did notice an improvement after about a week not in speed but in endurance/stamina. I will post again in a few weeks after I cease taking it.

I used a compounded version years ago and recently tried a month of the Ampyra product. The effects I feel are very subtle, but the results on how much less disabled I feel, are very significant.

I got on it a couple of months after it was approved here in the states, so it may be closer to 2 years.
It's not a wonder drug but I definitely notice it when I'm not on it.
I can even feel it when each individual dosage is wearing off.
But it's not making me miraculously walk.
It's better than nothing.

I'm just starting my third month, not a wonder drug as others have said, but I've definitely noticed an increase in leg strength while using it. I tried stopping for a few days to see if I could notice a difference, and the difference was VERY noticeable, my walking was more difficult and clumsy and I was more reliant on my walking stick. With using Ampyra, I can walk comfortably for longer distances, and during my regular spa exercise program, I can comfortably press more weight with more repetitions using my legs.

I still use a walking stick when I walk, primarily for balance, but my dog appreciates the longer dog walk he gets now-a-days.

Subjective conclusions about efficacy are problematic, but my subjective guess would be I have experienced a 25-30% improvement in leg strength and walking ability. Too bad that the drug does nothing to slow or alter the course of MS progression.

--Tracy

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CCSVI Procedure 9/16/2009 at Stanford
Stent in left and right IJVs
SPMS
Copaxone and Ampyra user

I am on Fampira now for 5 weeks and I noticed next things:
- walking speed improved - 7,.. m in 3,8 s
- in 2 min I walked distance 187 metres
- I can more easy stand up from any position
- I am less tired - I have more energy
- my stability is better
- my nystazgmus is the same as before - I expected less nystagmus
- my urin urgency improved so I dont have to go to toilet at night
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Anyway fampira is giving me an energy to be alive again and helps me coping with daily life.

But I was wondering is trere any analyse about the weight of person regarding Fampira dosge. I am taking 10 mg twice a day, buy I forgot few times and it was the same.
II have 63 kg and I would like to take it just in the morning.

Does anybody knows anything about that?

Regards

Robert

Another benefit for me is that night-time spasticity in the lower legs is no longer a problem. This used to be a nightly problem for me, but now occurs only infrequently, maybe once or twice a month.

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CCSVI Procedure 9/16/2009 at Stanford
Stent in left and right IJVs
SPMS
Copaxone and Ampyra user

I have been on Ampyra since January 19th. Here are the things I have noticed:

I can walk longer, faster and farther than I could before
I can walk up and down stairs without hanging on to the wall
I don't experience "restless leg syndrome" as often as I used to at night (too much alcohol or caffeine will still cause it)
I feel clearer in my thinking and less anxious

There are probably other benefits but those are the ones that stand out.

I have not experienced any side effects at all in the 2 months I have been on it. I take it every 12 hours at 8:00 am and 8:00 pm. I have skipped a dose at night because I forgot to take it, and I forgot to take it in the morning once. I could definitely tell that I hadn't taken it, but it wasn't harmful. I just reverted back to where I was before I started on ampyra until I took my next dose.

I didn't take it the first month I had the prescription because I was scared of side effects and didn't want to ruin my holidays, but I take it faithfully now. I also take Copaxone.

My doctor is talking about having me take tysabri but that one scares me because of the possible PML side effect. The jury is still out on that one.

I was diagnosed with MS in 1999 and am now 47 years old and still do most of the things I love to do. I can't run any more, and 5-mile walks are out of the questions, but I can still ride my bike, go shopping, take my dog for a walk and enjoy life. Hopefully Ampyra will help me remain able to do those things a little longer.

Best wishes,

Heather

Does anyone know what the approximate cost of Amprya is?

In Canada - just at doc last week. first month is free (hey isn't that how cocaine dealers get you hooked too).

after that, i think they said the cost was between $500 and $600 a month.

Same in Australia. They give you a trial month for free, but it was only through 1 online pharmacy.

In London Uk. Using fampyra for 15 months. Legs feel stronger and def more energy. Have been getting it free but trials now stopped here so am waiting to find out cost ((
But was diagnosed with Crohn's four months ago and am worried this is a side effect of fampyra. It does say it can cause upset stomach - just wondering if anyone else having similar problems. My neuro suggested stopping for a few weeks to see but feel so much better on it don't want to.